India Hydrogen Alliance (IH2A) welcomed Upendra Tripathy, former Director General of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and former Secretary of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Government of India, as Honorary Global Advisor to accelerate India’s green hydrogen transition. Link
IH2A’s Prasanto K Roy addressed Renewable Watch’ 9th edition of their annual conference on Green Hydrogen in India. Link
POLICY & MARKET DEVELOPMENTS
India and Saudi deepen energy ties: Saudi Arabia and India have agreed to deepen cooperation in energy, petrochemicals, and climate-related sectors following a meeting between Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A key outcome was a joint agreement to establish two oil refineries. The two countries are expanding their energy partnership to support the clean energy transition, with a focus on hydrogen development, including demand stimulation, technology advancement, and knowledge sharing. They also discussed energy infrastructure collaboration, supply chain development, and improving energy efficiency in buildings, transport, and industry. Link
MNRE launches Green Hydrogen certification scheme: On April 29, 2025, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) held a national workshop in New Delhi to explore opportunities for MSMEs in India's green hydrogen supply chain. Attended by over 300 stakeholders, including MSMEs, policymakers, and experts, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) to ensure transparency and credibility in hydrogen production. Link
DPA Launches Green Fuel Hub at Kandla: Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman of Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), announced that Kandla will start green hydrogen production by August 2025. As part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the port is developing an ecosystem for green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol, with space allocated for Giga-scale plants by major industry players. A 1 MW demonstration plant is being built with L&T's support, and an MoU with NTPC will bring in eleven hydrogen-powered buses to replace diesel ones. DPA also announced plans to establish Kandla as a Methanol Bunker Point on the Rotterdam-Singapore green shipping corridor. Link
Sembcorp, BPCL form green energy joint venture: Sembcorp and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) have formed a 50:50 joint venture to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen projects across India. The partnership, through Sembcorp Green Hydrogen India Private Limited, will focus on producing, operating, and selling renewable energy, green hydrogen, and its derivatives. It will also explore green ammonia production, bunkering, emission reduction for port operations, and other emerging green fuel technologies. Link
Rajasthan hosts first Green Hydrogen glass plant: India has commissioned its first green hydrogen plant for the float glass industry at Asahi India Glass Ltd’s (AIS) facility in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. Developed by INOX Air Products (INOXAP) and powered entirely by solar energy, the plant can produce up to 190 tonnes of green hydrogen annually via electrolysis. In the first phase, INOXAP will supply 95 tonnes per year to AIS under a 20-year offtake agreement. Link
BPCL commissions Green Hydrogen plant in Bina Refinery: BPCL has commissioned its first green hydrogen plants at the Bina Refinery. The 5 MW plant can produce over 780 tonnes of green hydrogen annually and is expected to cut carbon emissions by about 9,000 tonnes per year. BPCL's green hydrogen plant at Bina Refinery features two high-efficiency electrolysers (500 Nm³/hr each) and was completed in a record 15 months, setting new standards for cost-effectiveness and speed among public sector oil firms. Link
BHEL inks tech transfer with BARC: BHEL has signed a Technology Transfer Agreement with BARC to acquire indigenous Mixed-Matrix Membrane Diaphragm Technology for electrolysers. This cost-effective technology will replace imported materials like Zirfon and asbestos-based diaphragms. With the technology transfer, BHEL plans to fully develop and manufacture alkaline electrolysers domestically, reducing reliance on imports. Link
India, Netherlands plan green maritime corridor: During his visit to the Netherlands from April 24–26, Indian Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal discussed advancing bilateral trade through joint initiatives like a green maritime corridor. In a meeting with Port of Rotterdam CEO Boudewijn Siemon, both sides expressed interest in partnering on port digitalization, green shipping, and logistics optimization to enhance trade between the two countries. The visit set the foundation for creating a green and digital corridor between the Port of Rotterdam and Indian ports. The discussions focused on exporting green hydrogen and carriers like ammonia and methanol from India to Europe. Link
GLOBAL DEVELOPMENTS
Spain gets hydrogen aid from EC: The European Commission has approved $3 million in state aid to Spain to support renewable hydrogen production under the European Hydrogen Bank's Auctions-as-a-Service mechanism. The funding aims to build up to 345 MW of electrolysis capacity and produce up to 221,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen. Subsidies will be provided per kilogram of hydrogen produced for up to 10 years, with projects required to meet EU standards for renewable fuels of non-fossil origin. The European Agency for Climate, Infrastructure and Environment (CINEA) oversees the competitive selection process for Spain's renewable hydrogen aid, ensuring transparency and minimal market distortion. Link
Europe projected to miss 2030 hydrogen targets: According to Westwood Global Energy Group, Europe is unlikely to meet its 2030 hydrogen production targets, with only 17% of planned projects expected to proceed without further market intervention. The sector faces challenges including regulatory delays, high costs, and weak demand, leading to the stalling or cancellation of 23 projects by the end of 2024. The UK faces similar issues, with only 1% to 24% of its hydrogen project pipeline likely to be delivered by 2030. The analysis highlights a growing gap between Europe’s hydrogen ambitions and on-the-ground progress, requiring significant policy changes. Link
ACME gets $140M for green ammonia project: ACME Group has received a $140 million initial payment as part of a $540 million financing package for its green hydrogen and ammonia project in Duqm’s Special Economic Zone, covering 75% of the total $750 million project cost. The project has entered the implementation phase, with key contracts signed, equipment orders placed, and construction underway. Initially, the plant will produce 100,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually, with plans to scale up to 1.1 million tonnes. A long-term off-take agreement with Norway’s Yara will see ACME supply 100,000 tonnes per year starting in 2027. Link
EU, EIB, and KfW back renewable hydrogen projects in Chile: The European Investment Bank (EIB) and KfW will provide up to $226 million in financing for renewable hydrogen projects in Chile, with CORFO acting as the implementing agency. The European Union's Latin America and Caribbean Investment Facility will contribute an additional $18.6 million in grants. The project is expected to lead to the development of 150 MW of new renewable energy and 150 MW of new electrolyzer capacity in Chile. Link
Adani Ports acquire 50 mtpa terminal: Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) will acquire 100% of Abbot Point Port Holdings Pte Ltd (APPH) , in a non-cash deal. As part of the transaction, APSEZ will also take on APPH’s non-core assets and liabilities. This acquisition gives APSEZ ownership of NQXT, a high-capacity, deep-water export terminal with a 50 mtpa capacity at the Port of Abbot Point in North Queensland, Australia. NQXT, operated under a long-term lease from the Queensland Government, serves eight major customers through long-term ‘take or pay’ contracts. In FY25, it achieved record cargo volumes, exporting to 15 countries—88% to Asia and 10% to Europe. Link
Netherlands announces $2.2B Green Hydrogen plan: The Netherlands has announced a $2.2 billion package, including over $640 million in subsidies to boost hydrogen demand and a mandatory green gas blending policy, requiring the gradual replacement of fossil gas with cleaner alternatives. It will reopen its Sustainable Energy Production and Climate Transition Incentive Scheme in 2026 with a $8.5 billion budget. Additionally, the government has allocated $640 million to back state-owned EBN’s role in the Aramis project, which will store CO₂ in former North Sea gas fields. The Dutch government has also suspended the plastic tax due to recycling supply shortages and will collaborate with manufacturers to create a more feasible recycling framework. Link
Sunita Satyapal Steps Down from DOE: Sunita Satyapal, head of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, is stepping down after nearly 15 years of leadership. During her tenure, she played a key role in launching the U.S. National Hydrogen Strategy, supporting thousands of hydrogen and fuel cell projects, and facilitating billions in public and private investment. She announced her departure from the U.S. Department of Energy after nearly 22 years, including almost 16 years as Director of the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office. Link
