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India's Green Hydrogen Leap: How 900 KTPA by 2030 Will Transform Energy

India is gearing up for a major shift in its energy landscape with a strong push for green hydrogen. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri announced a target of 900 kilo tonnes per annum of green hydrogen production by 2030. This effort is a core part of the larger National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims for 5 million metric tonnes of total production. The initiative, supported by state-run oil companies, is designed to reduce fossil fuel imports, lower emissions, and establish India as a clean energy leader.

Key Points: Hardeep Puri Says India's Next Big Energy Leap is Green Hydrogen

  • India aims for 900 KTPA of green hydrogen production capacity by the year 2030
  • The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 MMT total production by the same deadline
  • Major oil PSUs like IOC, BPCL, and ONGC are leading the domestic capacity build-up
  • The initiative aims to cut fossil fuel imports and save an estimated Rs 1 lakh crore
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India poised for big energy leap with Green Hydrogen: Hardeep Puri

Union Minister Hardeep Puri announces India's plan for 900 KTPA of green hydrogen by 2030 under the National Green Hydrogen Mission to cut fossil fuel reliance.

"India is building trust in every molecule of hydrogen. - Hardeep Singh Puri"

New Delhi, Dec 14

Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday said that India's "next big energy leap is here" with 900 KTPA (kilo tonnes per annum) of Green Hydrogen being planned by 2030 to prepare the country's way for cleaner industries, low-carbon supply chains and new-age jobs, for the future.

In a post on X, the minister termed this as "a bold step towards a greener economy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership".

India's oil sector Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), including Indian Oil, Bharat Petroleum, Hindustan Petroleum and upstream giant ONGC, are actively developing a significant portion of the nation's green hydrogen capacity to achieve this target as part of the larger National Green Hydrogen Mission. The aim is to cut fossil fuel reliance, reduce imports, and become a clean energy leader, supported by incentive schemes and domestic manufacturing.

This initiative complements the broader National Green Hydrogen Mission, which targets 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) total production by 2030 and incentivises electrolyser manufacturing and green hydrogen production.

The National Green Hydrogen Mission is a strategic government initiative to transform India into a global hub for green hydrogen, attracting huge investments and creating jobs.

The Petroleum Minister has also highlighted the progress under the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) and that state energy companies will save the country Rs 1 lakh crore in imports.

"India is building trust in every molecule of hydrogen. The Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI), launched in April 2025, ensures hydrogen is genuinely green -- produced using renewable power with emissions below 2 kg carbon dioxide per kg," Puri stated earlier.

This drive positions India to meet its climate goals while fostering a new clean energy economy, with PSUs playing a crucial role in scaling up domestic production capacity.

Union Minister Shripad Y. Naik said last month that India is steadily advancing toward 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2070.

The minister highlighted the National Green Hydrogen Mission's transition from planning to implementation, with incentive schemes worth Rs 17,000 crore and projects awarded for 3,000 MW per annum of domestic electrolyser manufacturing and 862,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen production.

The minister added that India's installed non-fossil-fuel-based power generation capacity has reached nearly 260 GW, led by solar and wind energy.

- IANS

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Priya S
Ambitious targets are good, but execution is key. Hope the PSUs are up to the task and this doesn't just remain on paper. We've seen big announcements before with slow follow-through. Fingers crossed this time it's different! 🤞
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Rohit P
Saving 1 lakh crore in imports? That's massive for our economy! This is strategic thinking for the next 50 years. Clean energy leadership is the way to go. Hope the benefits reach the common man through cheaper energy in the long run.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the renewables sector, this is very exciting. The certification scheme (GHCI) to ensure it's genuinely green is crucial for global credibility. Attracting investment and building domestic manufacturing is the right approach. Well done!
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Vikram M
Good initiative, but the cost factor worries me. Green hydrogen is expensive to produce. Will our industries be able to afford it, or will it need perpetual subsidies? The plan needs to address affordability to be truly sustainable.
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Kavya N
Finally, a clear focus on future-ready jobs! This transition from fossil fuels is not just about the environment, it's about building new skills and industries for our children. Hope the training programs are rolled out alongside the projects.

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