Summary
Green hydrogen, also known as clean hydrogen, is produced from electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar power or wind power. In the process of electrolysis, water is broken down into two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom and the two gases are stored separately.
In a bid to reduce the country’s dependence on fossil fuels and promote carbon-free fuel, the central government on Thursday made free transportation of renewable energy used in the manufacture of green hydrogen and green ammonia across the country. The Central Government has made this announcement keeping the first part of the much-awaited National Hydrogen Policy in front of the country.
Through this decision, the government wants to make the country an export hub. Presenting the National Hydrogen Policy, Union Minister of Energy and New and Renewable Energy, Rajkumar Singh said that through this the government aims to produce 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030.
Hydrogen is needed to run steel plants and oil refineries. Hydrogen is currently produced using fossil fuels such as natural gas or naphtha. Although hydrogen itself is carbon free, but fossil fuels cause carbon emissions.
Green hydrogen, also known as clean hydrogen, is produced from electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar power or wind power. In the process of electrolysis, water is broken down into two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom and the two gases are stored separately. Oxygen is sold to hospitals and industries as needed. Green ammonia is also produced through this process.
Hydrogen-ammonia production from plants in the second phase of the policyMinister RK Singh said, hydrogen and ammonia are going to replace fossil fuels in future. In the second phase of the policy, production of Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia from plants will be approved in a phased manner.
Exemption to set up power generation capacity anywhere in the country
Under the policy, companies have been allowed to set up power generation capacity through renewable energy sources either by themselves or through a developer, anywhere in the country. They will also have the right to exchange electricity. This electricity can be sent to any hydrogen production plant for free through open access to the transmission grid. Also, Hydrogen / Ammonia producers will be able to store the remaining electricity after use with the distributor company for 30 days and will be able to take it when needed.
You will be able to take advantage of the policy for 25 yearsUnder the policy, a company that starts a green hydrogen and ammonia production plant under this project before June 30, 2025, will be able to enjoy free transportation of electricity and other benefits for the next 25 years.
Exemption to build bunkers near ports
Singh said, priority will be given to such companies and power producers in connectivity to the grid so that they do not face procedural delays. Also hydrogen and ammonia producers will be allowed to build bunkers near ports to facilitate their export and transport.
Crude oil imports will decrease
Singh said, with this policy, the common people of the country will get clean fuel. This will reduce dependence on fossil fuels and reduce crude oil imports. Another goal of this is to turn India into an export hub of Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia. India currently imports 85 per cent of its oil requirement and 53 per cent of its gas requirement from abroad.
Expansion
In a bid to reduce the country’s dependence on fossil fuels and promote carbon-free fuel, the central government on Thursday made free transportation of renewable energy used in the manufacture of green hydrogen and green ammonia across the country. The Central Government has made this announcement keeping the first part of the much-awaited National Hydrogen Policy in front of the country.
Through this decision, the government wants to make the country an export hub. Presenting the National Hydrogen Policy, Union Minister of Energy and New and Renewable Energy, Rajkumar Singh said that through this the government aims to produce 5 million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030.
Hydrogen is needed to run steel plants and oil refineries. Hydrogen is currently produced using fossil fuels such as natural gas or naphtha. Although hydrogen itself is carbon free, but fossil fuels cause carbon emissions.
Green hydrogen, also known as clean hydrogen, is produced from electricity generated from renewable energy sources such as solar power or wind power. In the process of electrolysis, water is broken down into two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom and the two gases are stored separately. Oxygen is sold to hospitals and industries as needed. Green ammonia is also produced through this process.