Bhupinder Singh Bhalla, Secretary of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, highlighted India’s strategic vision and capabilities in renewable energy and green hydrogen production while addressing the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, on May 15, 2024.
The Secretary detailed the comprehensive scope of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which includes pilot projects, research and development (R&D) initiatives, and skill development programs. “This holistic approach reflects the government’s commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and capacity-building across the hydrogen value chain. The focus on piloting projects and advancing R&D underscores India’s commitment to nurturing a vibrant ecosystem for green hydrogen technologies, fostering cutting-edge solutions and best practices,” Bhalla stated.
Bhalla praised India’s skilled engineering workforce as crucial for the success of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects. “With world-class expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services, India offers a robust talent pool capable of executing projects with efficiency and precision. This availability of skilled personnel at a reasonable cost further enhances India’s competitiveness in the global market for green hydrogen production.