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Assam pauses green hydrogen policy, raising investor concerns

India, News

Assam has paused its flagship green hydrogen policy, causing concern among investors already affected by reduced clean energy incentives.   The state had aimed to attract clean energy investments through subsidies and waivers. Energy firms such as NTPC Green, Larsen & Toubro, Sembcorp, and Abu Dhabi-based Ocior had shown initial interest in green hydrogen projects in Assam, Reuters reported. According to Deccan Herald, the sudden pause has prompted some companies to reassess project plans worth millions…

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Revised green hydrogen mission to launch pilot clusters and major hubs

India, News

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued revised guidelines for the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), introducing clearer implementation plans for Hydrogen Valley Innovation Clusters (HVICs) and Green Hydrogen Hubs.  The revised guidelines, which replace the earlier version released in March 2024, integrate four HVIC pilot projects into the larger Hydrogen Hub framework, earmarking Rs 172 crore for their development. HVICs are intended to serve as small-scale testbeds for GH₂ technologies. These…

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World Bank approves $134 million for green hydrogen hub in Brazil

Global, News

The World Bank has approved a $134 million operation to support the green hydrogen strategy of the Pecém Industrial and Port Complex Company (CIPP) and the Government of Ceará. Located in Northeastern Brazil, CIPP is one of the country’s most advanced logistics and industrial zones and is emerging as a key site for green hydrogen development. The financial package is structured under the World Bank’s Investment Project Financing instrument. It includes a $90 million loan…

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IET launches centres for green hydrogen and EV innovation

India, News

The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has launched two new Centres of Excellence (CoEs) focused on green hydrogen and electric vehicle (EV) technologies. Both centres operate entirely on renewable energy generated onsite, combining solar, wind, and battery storage to ensure uninterrupted power. The green hydrogen centre features a microgrid with solar panels and wind turbines that directly power electrolysers. This setup allows for zero-emissions hydrogen production and offers a scalable model for future adoption….

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EU targets 90% emissions cut by 2040, launches Hydrogen Mechanism for clean industry

Global, News

The European Commission (EC) has proposed an amendment to the EU Climate Law, targeting a 90% reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2040, compared to 1990 levels. The amendment builds on the legally binding commitment to climate neutrality by 2050, which came into effect in July 2021. The proposal is grounded in the Commission Political Guidelines for 2024–2029 and is part of a broader push to align industrial competitiveness, energy security, and decarbonisation. According…

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Jain Irrigation–H2e Power JV wins PGCIL green hydrogen pilot project

India, News

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has awarded a Rs 233.39 million contract to a joint venture of Jain Irrigation Systems Limited and H2e Power Systems Private Limited for setting up a green hydrogen microgrid pilot project.  The project involves establishing a Solar PV-powered green hydrogen and fuel cell-based microgrid pilot at the 400/220/33 kV Neemrana substation in Rajasthan. Listed as T&D-Pilot Package GH2-01, the project will be executed on a build-operate-maintain model for…

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Oswal Energies receives first electrolyser for green hydrogen project

India, News

Oswal Energies Limited has kicked off its Rs 3.2 billion green hydrogen project with the delivery of the first 1 MW electrolyser stack. The equipment, supplied by Greenzo Energy India Limited, marks the start of a 20 MW project being developed under a build-operate-transfer model. The project targets the chemical and fertiliser sectors as end users. Oswal plans to commission plant capacities between 0.5 MW and 5 MW over the next 12 to 18 months….

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L&T sets up green hydrogen subsidiary

India, News

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has incorporated a new wholly-owned subsidiary, Panipat Green Hydrogen Private Limited, to focus on green hydrogen initiatives.   Earlier, L&T had also set up L&T Green Energy Kandla Private Limited. This subsidiary is dedicated to developing green hydrogen and its derivatives, including green ammonia. These efforts are part of L&T’s plan to build a comprehensive green energy portfolio. L&T is also investing in electrolyser manufacturing—essential for producing green hydrogen—and is exploring both…

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Toyota Kirloskar and Ohmium to develop green hydrogen solutions in India

India, News

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (TKM) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ohmium International to explore green hydrogen development opportunities in India.   As part of the collaboration, the two companies will work to integrate Toyota’s proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technologies—backed by Toyota Motor Corporation Japan—with Ohmium’s modular PEM electrolyser systems. These systems are designed for fast deployment and low-cost production. They also feature advanced power electronics and closed-loop cooling systems. The…

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CeNS develops solar-powered device for green hydrogen production

India, News

Researchers at the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), Bengaluru, have built a device that can produce green hydrogen using only solar energy. The innovation eliminates the need for fossil fuels or expensive materials, addressing key barriers to cost-effective hydrogen production. CeNS is an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology. The device uses a silicon-based photoanode with an n-i-p heterojunction structure. It combines n-type titanium dioxide, undoped silicon, and p-type…