NDIA took a crucial step towards the demand creation of green hydrogen and its derivatives in the country on Saturday. The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) issued a Request for Selection (RfS) to select green ammonia producers for manufacturing green ammonia in India through cost-based competitive bidding, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
This initiative falls under Mode 2A of the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Programme, part of the Nation-wide Green Hydrogen Mission, which is implemented by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. The bidding process covers a total available capacity of 5.39 lakh metric tons. (MT) per year of green ammonia and will be conducted through e-bidding, followed by an e-reverse auction.
The green ammonia produced will be supplied to fertilizer companies. Earlier, the Ministry had issued Scheme Guidelines for Implementing Component II of the SIGHT Programme, specifically focusing on tivizing the procurement of green ammonia production (under Mode 2A) of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
The Solar Energy Corporation of India has been selected as the implementing agency for this scheme. Within the broader SIGHT Program ambit, the Ministry has already allocated 4.12 lakh metric tons (MT) per annum of green hydrogen production capacity and 1.5 GW per annum of electrolyzer manufacturing capacity.
The National Green Hydrogen Mission, inaugurated on January 4, 2023, with an outlay of Rs. 19,744 crores until FY 2029–30, is poised to significantly contribute to India’s endeavor to achieve self-reliance (Aatmanirbhar) through clean energy initiatives. It serves as a beacon for the global clean energy transition.
This mission holds the promise of substantial decarbonization of the economy, curbing dependence on fossil fuel imports, and positioning India as a frontrunner in both technology and market aspects of green hydrogen. The initiative by the ministry lays the groundwork for a greener, more sustainable future, in alignment with India’s commitment to climate change and fostering inclusive growth.