India’s Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched a groundbreaking initiative to develop innovative methods for producing and utilizing green hydrogen as part of the country’s drive toward sustainable energy. The new program, highlighted by Richard Rossow, Chair in India and Emerging Asia Economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), is set to diversify green hydrogen production techniques and expand its applications across various sectors.

Innovative Methods for Producing Green Hydrogen

The program emphasizes sustainable production methods, including:

• Floating Solar: Harnessing solar energy through floating solar panels on water bodies to produce hydrogen without using valuable land resources.
• Biomass Conversion: Utilizing biomass, a renewable organic material, as a feedstock for hydrogen production, aligning with circular economy goals.
• Wastewater Usage: Employing wastewater as a resource in the electrolysis process, reducing water demand and promoting resource efficiency.

Expanding Green Hydrogen Applications

India’s initiative also explores diverse applications for green hydrogen in everyday and industrial use, including:

• Cooking and Heating: As a clean fuel alternative in domestic and commercial settings.
• Electricity Generation: Providing a renewable power source that complements other green energy solutions.
• Off-Road Vehicles: Expanding clean energy use in transport sectors beyond traditional road vehicles.
• City Gas Distribution: Integrating hydrogen into city gas networks to reduce carbon emissions in urban energy distribution.

This program aligns with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission and commitment to reducing carbon emissions by promoting green alternatives in both energy production and daily applications. By exploring sustainable production techniques and broadening hydrogen applications, India aims to establish itself as a global leader in green hydrogen technology, while meeting its environmental and energy goals.