2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen Inaugurated by PM Modi
| Event | 2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen |
|---|---|
| Date | September 11-13, 2024 |
| Location | Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi |
| Inaugurated by | Prime Minister Narendra Modi (virtually) |
| Objective | Position India as a leader in the global green hydrogen ecosystem by discussing technological advances and fostering strategic investments and partnerships. |
| Key Attendees | - Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi- Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri- Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Prof. Ajay K. Sood |
| Organizers | - Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy- Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India |
| Associate Partners | - Union Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas- Department of Science and Technology- Department of Scientific and Industrial Research |
| State Partner | Gujarat Government |
| Implementation Partner | Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) |
| Knowledge Partner | EY |
| Industry Partner | FICCI |
| About Green Hydrogen | Produced by electrolyzing water using electricity from renewable sources like solar, wind, and hydropower. Used in fuel cells for powering vehicles with minimal pollution. |
| National Green Hydrogen Mission | - Launched on January 4, 2023- Aims to develop 5 Million Metric Ton per year green hydrogen production capacity by 2030- Total outlay of Rs 19,744 crores- Mission duration: 2023-24 to 2029-30 |
| Additional News | World Bank approved a $1.5 billion loan for the low carbon energy sector to support global efforts towards cleaner energy solutions. |