The three main facets of a typical hydrogen ecosystem include demand, supply, and allied bridging technologies. India's progress towards green energy transition aligns with the efforts to bolster the green hydrogen ecosystem. CSTEP is involved in devising hydrogen adoption strategies for hard-to-abate industries such as steel and cement manufacturing units, with few emission reduction opportunities. We are also developing computational tools to identify suitable sites for setting up hydrogen production units based on interdisciplinary frameworks.
Is India ready for the switch to Green Hydrogen in passenger trains?
Ashwini Vaishnaw, the Minister of Railways, has announced that the country would have its first hydrogen-powered passenger train by December 2023. The train will run on the Sonipat–Jind route in Haryana, which is 89 km. The announcement has created a buzz among researchers in the country.
But are we ready for the switch to green hydrogen in our trains? Let’s assess the economic and technical feasibility of the switch from diesel to hydrogen in passenger trains.
How Green Hydrogen Policy Can Lead to India's Energy Import Independence
India has set ambitious medium- and long-term renewable energy targets to counteract the adverse effects of climate change, one of them being the commitment to increase the share of its renewable power capacity to 50% by 2030.
To summarise, it will take more than a shiny day and a multitude of arrayed solar panels for India to be energy-independent without compromising on the quality of life.