India’s Green Hydrogen Projects Face Delays Amid Global Policy Uncertainty

Some of India’s export-oriented green hydrogen projects are likely to begin later than planned due to global policy uncertainties, potentially slowing the nation’s clean fuel transition. According to Santosh Sarangi, Secretary at the Ministry of Renewable Energy, India now expects to produce about 3 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) of green hydrogen by 2030, reaching its initial 5 MMTPA goal by 2032.

Sarangi noted that delays in renewable energy target decisions by European nations have created uncertainty around future export demand for green hydrogen. Additionally, a postponed decarbonization milestone for the maritime shipping sector has dampened short-term prospects for the use of green hydrogen in large vessels. Despite these challenges, India remains optimistic about strengthening domestic demand, particularly from the shipping and methanol production industries.

To accelerate local adoption, the renewable energy ministry is collaborating with the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board to float new tenders for supplying green hydrogen to refineries. The ministry is also reviewing connectivity options for clean energy projects to ensure smoother implementation. Meanwhile, efforts are underway to resolve the issue of over 40 gigawatts of renewable projects lacking confirmed buyers, ensuring greater stability in the country’s green energy ecosystem.

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