Government Invites Proposals to Set Up Centres of Excellence for Green Hydrogen Mission

The Government of India has invited proposals to establish Centres of Excellence (CoE) under the Research and Development (R&D) Scheme of the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Announced by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), this initiative aims to foster world-class innovation in Green Hydrogen technologies, focusing on production, storage, and utilization.

The Centres of Excellence will act as hubs for cutting-edge research, skill-building, and knowledge sharing, with a focus on enhancing process efficiencies, developing new products, and encouraging collaboration across sectors. By engaging industry, academia, and government, the CoEs will accelerate advancements in Green Hydrogen, ultimately strengthening India’s energy independence and sustainability goals.

As part of this effort, MNRE had previously released guidelines for the R&D Scheme on March 15, 2024, and allocated ₹100 crore to establish these centres. The government has called on public and private institutions, including research organizations and universities, to submit proposals for collaboration.

Launched on January 4, 2023, with a budget of ₹19,744 crore through FY 2029-30, the National Green Hydrogen Mission is part of India’s broader push towards clean energy self-reliance. The mission is expected to reduce dependence on fossil fuel imports, decarbonize the economy, and position India as a global leader in Green Hydrogen technology and markets.

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