Int’l conference on green hydrogen paves way for enhanced hydrogen technology
The collaboration signifies a merger of expertise, experience, and innovation as each entity brings its unique strengths in giving a boost to the research and development projects aimed at improving hydrogen technology.
Statesman News Service | New Delhi | July 5, 2023 8:20 pm
The International Conference on Green Hydrogen 2023 witnessed a momentous occasion on Wednesday as Indian Oil, SINTEF, and Greenstat came together to sign a state of intent, paving way for a significant step forward in their collective efforts to enhance hydrogen technology and the transition towards a greener future.
The collaboration signifies a merger of expertise, experience, and innovation as each entity brings its unique strengths in giving a boost to the research and development projects aimed at improving hydrogen technology.
A spokesperson mentioned that the primary focus of this collaboration lies in enhancing the efficiency, durability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of hydrogen-based solutions. By harnessing the collective knowledge and concerted efforts, the partners aimed to accelerate the scale-up of hydrogen adoption and facilitate a smoother transition to sustainable energy systems. Through this collaboration, existing challenges will be overcome which would pave the way for a greener and more prosperous future, he added.
Dr. Ramakumar from Indian Oil, Dr. J.P Gupta from Greenstat Hydrogen India, and representatives from SINTEF played instrumental roles in shaping this critical endeavor. Their vision, commitment, and willingness to join forces have laid a strong foundation for breakthroughs and advancements in hydrogen technology that will benefit not only India but also the global community.
Dr. JP Gupta, who chaired a session on Green Hydrogen, was prominent among the speakers who elaborated on the subject in detail while addressing a jampacked venue.
Experts and stakeholders during the occasion mentioned that the collaboration would help explore the immense possibilities within hydrogen technology to mitigate climate change, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and create a better world for future generations.
CMD Das emphasised the critical role that energy storage will play in achieving the National Green Hydrogen Mission’s ambitious target of over 5 million metric tonnes per annum (MTPA) Hydrogen production by 2030.
Kumaran was addressing the gathering at the inaugural session of the Industry Outreach Programme, on the fourth day of the 41st Steering Committee Meeting of the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) in New Delhi.
Speaking about the upcoming India Energy Week (IEW) to the media in New Delhi, the minister said that IEW represents a golden opportunity to showcase developments on the energy front and provide the platform for further development and growth in the energy sector.
