India has taken a decisive step toward decarbonizing one of its most emission‑intensive sectors with the release of a major Expression of Interest (EoI) inviting pilot projects that integrate green hydrogen into steel production. Issued by MECON Limited on behalf of the Ministry of Steel (MoS) and the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE), the EoI marks a pivotal moment under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. Dated 19 January 2026  (EoI No. 11.51.91C0/EOI/Hydrogen/02 )

India’s latest price discovery under SIGHT Mode 2B has delivered one of the lowest green hydrogen prices globally, with bids reaching as low as Rs 279 per kg. At a time when comparable international prices in Europe remain in the €5–8 per kg range and even advanced markets like the United States hover around $3–6 per kg, India’s ability to achieve sub‑$3.1 per kg firmly establishes its cost leadership. This achievement reflects the strength of India’s renewable energy ecosyst

India's pursuit of green hydrogen as a cornerstone of its energy transition represents one of the most ambitious clean energy initiatives globally. Launched in January 2023, the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) aims to establish India as a hub for green hydrogen production, utilization, and export, with a target of 5 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) by 2030. This would require an additional 125 GW of renewable energy capacity, attract over ₹8 lakh crore in invest

India took significant strides in its green hydrogen journey yesterday with two landmark agreements involving German partners, reinforcing its position as an emerging powerhouse in sustainable energy production, export, and infrastructure development. These moves align with the National Green Hydrogen Mission's goals of achieving 5 million tonnes of annual production by 2030, fostering energy security, job creation, and emissions reductions while positioning India as a key su

India's transition to a low-carbon economy is gaining momentum, with green hydrogen emerging as a pivotal element in achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. Green hydrogen, produced via electrolysis using renewable energy sources, offers a versatile, zero-emission alternative for hard-to-abate sectors such as steel, fertilizers, refining, and transportation. At the national level, the Government of India launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) in January 2023, setti

Electrolyzers are critical for green hydrogen production, splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen via electricity from renewables. As of early 2026, the global market is dominated by alkaline (AWE) and proton exchange membrane (PEM) technologies, with anion exchange membrane (AEM) and solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOEC) emerging. Key efficiencies (based on higher heating value, HHV, system level) vary: AWE (~65-75%, mature and cost-effective for large-scale), PEM (~60-70%,

Harnessing hydrogen's promise: India's blueprint for energy independence and export dominance in a decarbonizing world. – Ajay Mishra, DG, RESI As we enter 2026, India's National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), launched three years ago with a ₹19,744 crore commitment, stands as a beacon of strategic foresight amid a global hydrogen sector grappling with recalibration. While the international market faces headwinds—investments pivoting from Europe's stringent regulations, as no