National Green Hydrogen Mission
The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a global hub for the production, use and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims to make India a global hub for the production, use and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives.
What is green hydrogen
Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water through electrolysis using renewable electricity, so its production emits no carbon — unlike 'grey' hydrogen made from fossil fuels.
Mission goals
The mission targets significant annual green-hydrogen production capacity and associated renewable-energy addition, aiming to decarbonise industry, transport and fertiliser sectors.
Why it matters
Green hydrogen can cut emissions in hard-to-abate sectors, reduce fossil-fuel imports and support India's net-zero-by-2070 goal.
Why it matters for UPSC
Green hydrogen links Environment, Economy and Science & Technology — the electrolysis concept and the mission's aims are testable and topical.
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What is green hydrogen?
Hydrogen produced by electrolysis of water using renewable electricity, with no carbon emissions.
What is the aim of the National Green Hydrogen Mission?
To make India a global hub for producing, using and exporting green hydrogen and to support decarbonisation.