India intends to capture 10 percent of the global demand for green hydrogen, which is expected to exceed 100 million metric tons (MMT) by 2030, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Naik announced on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Speaking at a Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry event, Naik outlined the country's ambition to become a major producer of green hydrogen and establish itself as a global hub for its export.

National Green Hydrogen Mission and Strategic Goals

The National Green Hydrogen Mission, launched in 2023, aims to transform India into a global hub for the production, use, and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. Green hydrogen refers to hydrogen produced using renewable energy sources like solar, wind, or hydropower, where electricity generated is utilized to split water into hydrogen and oxygen.

Naik emphasized that achieving this ambitious target would require continued innovation to “strengthen certification and trading mechanisms, ensure offtake certainty and unlock green finance through instruments as viability gap funding, green bonds, and multilateral bank support.”

Cost Reduction and Technological Advances

The Minister of State observed that the cost of producing green hydrogen is declining due to technological advancements in solar photovoltaic (PV), offshore wind, and electrolyzer efficiency. He stated that these costs are expected to continue decreasing as technology continues to advance. Earlier in his address, Naik identified integration, storage solutions, land availability, and cost competitiveness as “critical areas of focus.” However, he expressed confidence that “these challenges are solvable.”

Private Sector Leadership and Global Partnerships

The private sector is playing a “pioneering role” in India's green hydrogen sector, according to Naik. Indian companies are actively building gigascale projects, electrolyzer manufacturing facilities, and pilot projects for hydrogen mobility and blending and refueling infrastructure. Many companies are also forging global partnerships to ensure cost competitiveness and position India as a reliable exporter in the global market, expected to exceed 100 MMT by 2030, the minister noted.

Research, Development, and Quality Standards

The government has launched pilot projects exploring the direct use of green hydrogen in critical sectors, including steel, transport, and shipping. As part of research and development initiatives, 23 projects have been sanctioned, with more than 100 being evaluated for establishing centers of excellence. Regarding testing infrastructure, Naik informed that three projects have been awarded for setting up green hydrogen testing facilities in the country. To ensure safety and quality, more than one hundred green hydrogen standards and protocols have been adopted or are under development.

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