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Tamil Nadu Signs MoU with US-based electrolyzer manufacturer Ohmium 🤝 The Tamil Nadu government and Ohmium, a leading global player in electrolyzer manufacturing, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 31 August 2024. The MoU outlines plans for the establishment of a new factory in Chengalpattu district. This project, valued at ₹400 crores, is expected to create 500 job opportunities. Ohmium is recognized for its cutting-edge design and manufacturing of scalable Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzer systems. The company has established a strong presence in the global green hydrogen market, with pipelines across the US, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The new factory in Chengalpattu will significantly enhance Tamil Nadu's industrial landscape, further cementing the state's status as one of the fastest-growing economies globally. Follow India Hydrogen News for more updates on India's green energy projects and industrial developments! #tamilnadu #electrolyzer #hydrogen

John Cockerill Secures 640MW Electrolyser Order for India’s Largest Green Ammonia Project 🤯 Belgian company John Cockerill has won a landmark 640MW electrolyser order from Indian developer AM Green for a massive 1 million tonnes/year green ammonia project in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. The project will see its first production phase set for 2026. Project Overview: ✅ Electrolyser Capacity: 640MW (phase 1) with plans to double, supplied by John Cockerill’s pressurised alkaline electrolysers. ✅ Renewable Power Source: Backed by 4.5GW of wind/solar and 950MW of hydro storage, meeting EU's RFNBO standards. ✅ Global Offtake: The majority of green ammonia production is earmarked for European buyers, including Yara (500,000 tonnes/year), Uniper (250,000 tonnes/year), RWE (50,000 tonnes/year), and BASF (100,000 tonnes/year) For regular insights, follow India Hydrogen News! 🌱 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #GreenAmmonia #India

India and Germany Strengthen Ties with Green Hydrogen and Technology MoUs 🤝 Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met to advance bilateral relations across defence, trade, and clean energy. Their discussions emphasized avoiding “one-sided dependencies” and expanding mutual investment opportunities. Key Outcomes: ✅ Green Hydrogen Roadmap: Both countries signed an Indo-German Green Hydrogen Roadmap, setting a foundation for renewable energy cooperation and technological exchange. ✅ Trade and Economic Diversification: With India positioned as a "hub for global trade and manufacturing," Modi encouraged German companies to invest, underscoring India as a centre for diversification and de-risking. ✅ Free Trade Agreement (FTA): Scholz expressed optimism that the EU-India FTA could be finalized "in months," marking a new era in EU-India trade relations. ✅ Enhanced Cooperation: Increased Skilled Visas: Germany expanded skilled worker visas for Indians from 20,000 to 90,000 per year, a testament to the trust in India’s skilled workforce. ✅ Defense and Security: The two countries committed to deeper cooperation in defence and security, boosting strategic stability. For more on India’s global partnerships and green initiatives, follow India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Trade

Hydrogen in the Indian Army 🤯 NTPC Partners with Indian Army to Power Ladakh's Remote Bases with Green Hydrogen NTPC has joined hands with the Indian Army to develop a Solar Hydrogen-based Microgrid in Chushul, Ladakh. The microgrid will deliver stable power to off-grid Army bases. Project Highlights: Senior officials from the Ministry of Defence, Indian Army, and NTPC attended the event. Microgrid Capacity: The microgrid is designed to supply 200 kW of reliable power, reducing reliance on diesel generators. Year-Round Operation: Utilizing hydrogen for energy storage, the system ensures continuous power—even through harsh winter temperatures down to -30°C. For more on India’s energy transformation, follow India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #IndianArmy #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage

Big Claim around Green Hydrogen Costs 🤯 Hygenco claims to have achieved Green Hydrogen at Grey H2 prices. Indian developer Hygenco claims it is already pricing green hydrogen below grey hydrogen from natural gas, a significant milestone for cost-competitive renewable energy. Co-founder Anshul Gupta highlighted Hygenco’s ability to provide competitive 20-year green hydrogen contracts while ensuring profitability. Key Highlights: ✅ Competitive Pricing: Hygenco has positioned green hydrogen below India’s grey hydrogen costs, which range between $2.70 and $4 per kg. ✅ Expanding Project Portfolio: - Pilot Plant (2022): Powered by a 75MW solar array and 200MW wind farm. - Haryana Project: Producing 75 tonnes/year for stainless steel manufacturing, with plans to scale to 250 tonnes/year. - Maharashtra Project: Expected capacity of 200 tonnes/year for Sterlite Technologies, focused on industrial heat applications. ✅ Upcoming Initiatives: - 1GW Renewable Auction: Hygenco is auctioning over 1GW of renewable energy capacity for a green ammonia plant in Odisha’s Tata Steel SEZ. - Future Investment: An anticipated $2.5billion investment for future green hydrogen and ammonia facilities. India’s rising natural gas imports highlight the government’s push to substitute fossil fuels with domestic renewables. For updates on India’s green hydrogen developments, follow India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #EnergySecurity Photo: An aerial photograph of Hygenco's pilot green hydrogen project sited near a 75MW solar array. (Hygenco)

HPCL Issues Tender for 5,000 TPA Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Visakhapatnam 🔋 India’s state-controlled refiner HPCL has launched a tender to establish a 5,000-tonne-per-year renewable hydrogen production plant at its Visakhapatnam refinery in Andhra Pradesh. 👉 Key Details: Build-Own-Operate Model: The chosen developer will construct, own, and operate the facility for 25 years. Bid Submission: Interested developers are required to submit bids by 21 January. Two-Part Bidding: Evaluation will include both technical and financial criteria. Industry Context: 👉 This tender aligns with recent efforts by other state-owned refiners: BPCL and IOC have also tendered similar renewable hydrogen projects, as India’s oil and gas firms target a combined 1 million TPA renewable hydrogen capacity by 2030. 👉 Government Support and Subsidies: The Indian government is offering capped subsidies for renewable hydrogen: ₹50/kg in the first year, ₹40/kg in the second, and ₹30/kg in the third. These subsidies aim to drive adoption but may be modest, given refineries’ substantial hydrogen requirements. For ongoing insights, follow India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #IndiaHydrogenNews

India Invites Bids for Green Hydrogen Power Transmission 🚨 Subsidiaries of two state-controlled financiers in India have invited bids to establish inter-state transmission systems (ISTS) for renewable hydrogen and ammonia projects in Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. Key Highlights: PFC Consulting, a subsidiary of PFC, has invited bids to develop 6 GW of power transmission capacity for projects in Gujarat’s Kandla and Mundra ports. Mundra: Demand expected to reach 22 GW by FY30. Kandla: Demand is expected to rise to 2.1 GW by FY28. Deadlines: 18 December for Mundra, 17 December for Kandla. Commissioning: 36 months from allocation date. REC’s Consultancy subsidiary has invited bids for 3 GW of transmission capacity for renewable hydrogen and ammonia projects in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu. The expected demand for this capacity is 7 GW by 2030. Deadline: 20 December. Commissioning: 30 months from allocation. Kakinada and Vizag in Andhra Pradesh have been identified as potential emerging hubs with electricity needs of 6 GW and 4 GW, respectively, by 2030. Stay tuned for more updates on India’s green hydrogen transformation India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #IndiaHydrogenNews

India’s Hydrogen-Powered Steelmaking Pilot Projects Underway 💡 India has approved three key pilot projects aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the steelmaking industry by integrating green hydrogen. With ₹3.5 billion (around $41.6 million) in government subsidies, these projects mark a significant push towards decarbonizing one of the most carbon-intensive sectors. Project Highlights: ✔️ Steel Authority of India (SAIL) will lead the largest project in Ranchi, Jharkhand, producing 3,200 tonnes of steel daily (nearly 1.2 million tonnes annually). ✔️ Matrix Gas and Renewables, along with Gensol Engineering, the Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar, and Metsol from Sweden, will develop a smaller plant with a capacity of 50 tonnes per day (18,000 tonnes per year). ✔️ Simplex Castings, in partnership with BSBK, Ten Eight Investment, and IIT Bhilai, will build a facility with a capacity of 40 tonnes per day (close to 15,000 tonnes per year). The pilots will explore: 👉 100% hydrogen use in new Direct Reduction Iron (DRI) units. 👉 Hydrogen injection into existing blast furnaces to reduce coal and coke use. 👉 Natural gas replacement with hydrogen in existing DRI units. --------------------------------------- 🔋 Follow India Hydrogen News for more on India’s green steel journey! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #SteelIndustry #Decarbonization #India

Gensol Engineering and Matrix to Launch India’s First Green Hydrogen Steel Facility 🏗️ Gensol Engineering Ltd and Matrix Gas & Renewables Consortium have partnered to develop India’s first green hydrogen-powered steel production facility. This project is one of three pilot projects supported under India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, which is endorsed by MECON, the Ministry of Steel, and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Key Details: ✔️ Project Capex: ₹321 crore (approx. US$38 million) with 50% capex incentive from the Government of India. ✔️ Technology: Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) vertical shaft technology will be used, designed for Indian-grade iron ore. ✔️ Capacity: The plant will produce 50 tonnes per day (TPD) using 100% green hydrogen from renewable sources. ✔️ Goal: The project aims to eliminate CO2 emissions in sponge iron production, reducing the steel industry's carbon footprint by over 50%. 🔋 Follow India Hydrogen News for more updates on India’s green energy revolution! 🌍 #GreenHydrogen #SteelIndustry #RenewableEnergy #India

GH2 Solar signs MoU for electrolyzer manufacturing ⚡ GH2 Solar has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RHIZOME2 and Advanced Hydrogen Energy Solutions Co. Ltd. for manufacturing world-class electrolyzers in India. Key Highlights ✔️ Received a Letter of Approval (LoA) from Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) for the production of 105 MW electrolyzers under SECI’s PLI scheme. ✔️ Over the next 5 years, GH2 Solar aims to achieve 100% indigenous electrolyzer manufacturing, contributing to India's green hydrogen ambitions. 🔋 Stay updated on India’s green energy journey—follow India Hydrogen News! 🌍 #Electrolyzer #GreenHydrogen #EnergyTransition #India