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Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025: Seminar Sets 3 MMTPA Target by 2035

The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference held a seminar on the Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025, aiming for 3 MMTPA production by 2035. Key targets include 30 GW electrolyzer and 75 GW renewable energy capacity, along with creating green jobs and eliminating 5 MMTPA carbon emissions. Panelists discussed infrastructure support, financial incentives, and a three-tier implementation framework. Forest Minister Arjun Modhwadia emphasized converting waste into a resource for a circular economy.

Key Points: Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025: 3 MMTPA Target by 2035

  • Gujarat targets 3 MMTPA green hydrogen by 2035
  • 30 GW electrolyzer and 75 GW renewable energy capacity planned
  • Panel discusses financial incentives, R&D, and skill development
  • Forest Minister Arjun Modhwadia highlights circular economy benefits
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Gujarat: VGRC conducts seminar on 'Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025'; discusses 2035 target of 3 MMTPA green hydrogen production

Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference seminar discusses Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025, targeting 3 MMTPA green hydrogen production, 30 GW electrolyzer capacity, and 75 GW renewable energy by 2035.

"In changing times, waste is no longer a problem but a 'resource material' - Arjun Modhwadia"

Surat, May 2

With the aim of achieving the target of 3 MMTPA green hydrogen production by 2035 and having a pollution free future, the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference on Saturday organised a seminar on the subject "Gujarat Green Hydrogen Policy 2025" was held on the second day of the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference organised at Auro University, Surat.

According to an official statement from the Gujarat government, a panel discussion held with experts and industrialists on the subject focused on key objectives aligned with the policy, including achieving approximately 30 GW electrolyzer capacity and 75 GW renewable energy capacity, creating direct and indirect green jobs, adopting green hydrogen as an alternative to natural gas, and eliminating 5 MMTPA carbon emissions in the state.

On the second day of the VGRC, guidance was provided on infrastructure and regulatory support available under the Green Hydrogen Policy, financial incentives such as biomass-based and electrolysis-based projects, and green hydrogen hubs. Detailed discussions were also held on research and development, technology advancement, human resource capacity and skill development, and the three-tier framework for its implementation.

On this occasion, Senior Program Leader Deepak Yadav, Siddharth Gupta of L&T, Gaurav Agnihotri of Waaree Group, Ajay Das of Prozeal Green Energy Ltd., and Divyesh Desai, Advisor at IIM Ahmedabad, were present in the panel discussion.

Under this summit, a seminar on the topic 'Enabling Gujarat's Circular Transition: Policies, Partnerships and Pathways' was organised in the presence of the state's Forest and Environment Minister, Arjun Modhwadia, and minister of state Pravin Mali.

The Forest minister stated that in changing times, waste is no longer a problem but a 'resource material'.

Household waste is now also becoming useful as a source for generating energy. Moving on the path of a circular economy, the state government is opening new doors of economic prosperity along with environmental conservation, he said.

During the panel discussion, industrialists and experts deliberated on balancing environmental protection with industrial development.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see IIM Ahmedabad involved in the panel. But I hope the focus isn't just on production targets - we also need to ensure the hydrogen is truly green (from renewables, not grid electricity) and that water consumption doesn't stress our water resources. Gujarat is water-stressed already.
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Sneha F
Loved the minister's point about waste being a resource! We see so much household waste going to landfills in our cities. If we can turn that into energy through circular economy models, it's a win-win. Hope this isn't just another seminar with no ground-level implementation.
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Ramesh W
Green hydrogen is the future, no doubt. But let's be realistic - electrolyzers are still expensive and mostly imported. We need to focus on domestic manufacturing of PEM and alkaline electrolyzers, otherwise our forex will go to China instead of oil producers. Make in India for green hydrogen! 🇮🇳
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Kavitha C
As someone working in renewable energy sector, happy to see states taking lead. The 'three-tier framework' mentioned is crucial - we need coordination between centre, state and local bodies. Also, skill development is key - our ITIs should start training for green hydrogen technicians.
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Michael C
Impressive targets, but I wonder about the economics. Green hydrogen still costs $4-6/kg vs $1-2 for grey hydrogen. Without significant carbon pricing or subsidies, industries may not adopt it. Hope the financial incentives discussed are substantial enough to bridge this gap.

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