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MNRE launches Rs 2 billion programme to boost green hydrogen innovation

India, News

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has introduced a Rs 2 billion programme, running through FY 2025-26, to accelerate green hydrogen production and application across sectors.  Focus areas include decentralised hydrogen production through floating solar, biomass, and wastewater, with applications in off-grid energy, cooking, heating, and industrial processes. The initiative aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM). Project implementation will be overseen by Scheme Implementing Agencies (SIAs) such as the National Institute…

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Greenzo Energy secures EPC contract for 120 MW solar project in Nepal

India, News

Greenzo Energy, a comprehensive green hydrogen and renewable energy solutions provider, has won an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract for a 120 MW ground-mounted solar project in Nepal.  Valued at Rs 5 billion, this contract boosts Greenzo’s order book to Rs 19 billion. Scheduled for phased completion by 2025, the project will consist of 12 clusters, each with a 10 MW solar installation. The project includes an advanced high-tension transmission line connecting directly to…

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Apollo Green Energy targets Rs 100 billion project portfolio, IPO on horizon

India, News

Apollo Green Energy Limited (AGEL), part of Apollo International Group, has announced plans to build a Rs 100 billion project portfolio by 2025.  Currently, its order book stands at Rs 35 billion, with active solar projects valued at Rs 25 billion under development across India. AGEL is preparing for a public listing in 2025 to support its expansion in renewable energy. The company reported significant revenue growth from Rs 3.25 billion in FY 2021-22 to…

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MNRE invites proposals to set up R&D facilities for green hydrogen

India, News

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a call for proposals to establish Centers of Excellence (CoEs) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission’s (NGHM) Research and Development (R&D) programme, with a deadline of December 19, 2024.  Selected entities will receive financial support covering up to 50 per cent of project costs, aimed at advancing green hydrogen production, storage, and utilisation. The CoEs will facilitate research, skill development, and industry collaboration to foster…

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Airox Nigen expands with 1 MW green hydrogen system in Russia

India, News

Airox Nigen has launched a 1 MW green hydrogen system in Russia, marking a significant step in its global expansion and commitment to environmental sustainability.  This system, designed to produce hydrogen without greenhouse gas emissions, aligns with Airox Nigen’s strategy to strengthen its international presence and contribute to the global shift towards renewable energy.  Through these installations, the company aims to reduce carbon footprints and support climate change mitigation efforts across diverse markets.

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Masdar, EMSTEEL complete MENA’s first green hydrogen steel pilot project

Global, News

Masdar and UAE steelmaker EMSTEEL have announced the successful completion of a pilot project using green hydrogen to produce low-carbon steel at EMSTEEL’s Abu Dhabi facility. The project employs green hydrogen to reduce iron ore in the steelmaking process, a method that can lower carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions by up to 95%. Now fully operational, the renewable hydrogen produced has been certified by Advance Labs per ISO 19870 standards for hydrogen, established during COP28. Additionally,…

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Gensol, Matrix to develop India’s first green steel production facility

India, News

Gensol Engineering has partnered with Matrix Gas & Renewables to establish India’s first green steel production facility using 100% green hydrogen.  The project, with a total capital expenditure of Rs 3.21 billion, will receive 50% capex incentives from the Government of India under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Sanctioned as one of three pilot projects by MECON, in coordination with the Ministry of Steel (MoS) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the…

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Bidding process underway for ISTS schemes to power green hydrogen

India, News

The National Committee on Transmission (NCT) has approved three Interstate Transmission System (ISTS) schemes to support upcoming green hydrogen and ammonia manufacturing units in Gujarat (Kandla and Mundra) and Tamil Nadu (Tuticorin). These schemes, with an estimated total outlay of Rs 82 billion, are now open for bids, with technical bids expected to open by December 2024. Gujarat Schemes: Kandla Scheme: This project, designed to meet a projected demand of 1,690 MW by FY28 from…

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Union government sanctions three pilot projects for hydrogen use in steel production

India, News

As part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the Indian government has approved three pilot projects aimed at utilizing hydrogen in steel production.  The projects include a 50 ton-per-day (tpd) plant by Matrix Gas and Renewables Ltd (in collaboration with Gensol Engineering Ltd, IIT Bhubaneswar, and Metsol AB, Sweden), a 40 tpd plant by Simplex Castings Ltd (partnered with BSBK, Ten Eight Investment, and IIT Bhilai), and a 3,200 tpd plant by Steel Authority of…

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Green hydrogen projects to get 19,500 MW transmission capacity by FY30

India, News

The “Interim ISTS Rolling Plan 2029-30,” released by Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd (CTUIL), outlines plans to build a 19,500 MW interstate transmission system (ISTS) network to supply renewable energy to upcoming green hydrogen plants by FY30. The entire 19,500 MW is expected to come online by FY28, benefiting green hydrogen and ammonia manufacturing plants in Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh. This transmission infrastructure, estimated to cost Rs 15.63 billion, will be implemented…