Context

For the first time, India has set up its own pavilion at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 held in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

World Hydrogen Summit 2024

• India Pavilion: It was set up by the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy and is one of the largest pavilions at the Summit.
  • During the World Hydrogen Summit 2024, India’s strategic vision and capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production were highlighted, positioning the nation as a key player in shaping the global hydrogen economy.
• Significance: The India Pavilion at the conference provides India an opportunity to showcase to the world the country’s progress in the Green Hydrogen field.
• World Hydrogen Summit: It provides a platform for the Indian industry to engage with companies from around the globe.

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Indian Efforts to Promote Green Hydrogen

• National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM): It aims to achieve a green hydrogen production capacity of 5 MMT (Million Metric Tonnes) by the end of the year 2030. 
• India has notified scheme guidelines for the use of Green Hydrogen in steel, transport / mobility and shipping sectors. 
  • A dedicated portal for the NGHM has been launched, to serve as a one-stop location for information on the Mission and steps taken for the development of the green hydrogen ecosystem in India. 
• Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters: The Department of Science and Technology has initiated them to foster innovation and promote Green Hydrogen ecosystem in India.