New Delhi, Sep 11 (Representative) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday that India is committed to creating a greener planet and emphasized that energy transition and sustainability are central to the global policy discourse.In his video message during the inaugural session of the third edition of International Conference on Green Hydrogen here, PM Modi said, “The impact of climate change is being felt here and now! The time for action is also here and now”.Highlighting that India is committed to creating a cleaner and greener planet, PM Modi noted that the country is the first among G20 nations to fulfil its Paris commitments on green energy. He mentioned that these commitments were met nine years ahead of the 2030 target.Underlining that climate change and energy transitions are global concerns, PM Modi said, “India is committed towards creating a cleaner and greener planet. We were the first among the G20 nations to fulfil our Paris commitments on green energy”. “These commitments were fulfilled nine years ahead of the target of 2030. India’s installed non-fossil fuel capacity increased by nearly 300% in the last 10 years,” he added. Underscoring that the government wants to make India a “global hub” for the production, utilization and export of green hydrogen, the Prime Minister said, “The National Green Hydrogen Mission is giving an impetus to innovation, infrastructure, industry and investment”.
“Refineries, fertilisers, steel, and heavy duty transportation, many such sectors will benefit from green hydrogen…,” he said, adding that the country was investing in cutting-edge research and development and partnerships between industry and academia.PM Modi noted, “Green hydrogen is emerging as a promising addition to the world’s energy landscape. It can help in decarbonising industries that are difficult to electrify.”The three-day conference from (September 11-13) aims to make India a global hub for the production of Green Hydrogen and its derivatives.It has brought leaders, policymakers, industry experts, and innovators from around the world to explore the latest advancements in Green Hydrogen technology.Speaking at the inaugural session, Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said, “India is moving with a mission to become one of the key global players in the Green Hydrogen market.”Earlier, he inaugurated an exhibition at the Conference venue, along with Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri.There are over 120 exhibitors from around the world, showcasing technical advancements and opportunities in the Green Hydrogen sector.