New Delhi: On Thursday, the government announced it would invite proposals to set up Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in research and development for Green Hydrogen.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued a call for proposals (CfP), and the CoEs will be established under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The government has allotted Rs 100 crore for such Centres.
“The objective is to establish world-class Centres of Excellence for Green Hydrogen in India to foster innovation, promote sustainability, thereby enhancing energy independence in the long term,” said the ministry in a statement.
These CoEs will accelerate the transition to a low-carbon economy by advancing Green Hydrogen production, storage, and utilisation technologies.
The CoEs will act as focal points for cutting-edge research, skill development, and knowledge dissemination.
These centres will also facilitate collaboration among stakeholders, including industry, academia, and Government, to drive innovations in Green Hydrogen technologies, leading to improved process efficiencies and new product development.
“These centres will aggregate and leverage expertise and resources to advance the entire Green Hydrogen ecosystem in the country,” according to the ministry.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission was launched in 2023, with an outlay of Rs 19,744 crore up to FY2029-30. It will contribute to India’s goal of becoming self-reliant through clean energy and inspire the global Clean Energy transition.
The ministry had earlier issued guidelines for implementing the R&D Scheme under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
India’s foray into green hydrogen, green ammonia, and greater storage sectors will holistically help combat climate change, reduce the country’s import bill on crude oil, lower trade deficits, and reduce the need for forex.
–IANS
