In a decisive stride towards bolstering India’s clean energy mission, IIT Bombay has embarked on a trailblazing journey to nurture six pioneering projects in green hydrogen technology. Supported by the HSBC India Green Hydrogen programme, these projects align with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s three-year roadmap to position green hydrogen as a cornerstone of India’s sustainable energy future.
The initiative, part of the national green hydrogen mission, garnered an overwhelming response from leading educational institutions, including six IITs, the National Institute of Technology, and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research. Following a meticulous evaluation by a steering committee comprising industry leaders and senior IIT Bombay faculty, six innovative proposals have been shortlisted for incubation at the institute. The selected projects reflect a broad spectrum of technological advancements. These include the development of indigenous hydrogen storage systems aimed at minimising carbon emissions from commercial vehicles, sustainable and cost-effective hydrogen generators, and innovative burners designed to improve air quality. Each project represents a strategic step towards reducing India’s reliance on fossil fuels while addressing critical environmental concerns.
IIT Bombay’s incubation centre will serve as the innovation hub where these projects will be refined for commercial deployment. With a comprehensive support system in place, the programme aims to scale these technologies to broader applications, fostering a robust green hydrogen ecosystem in the country. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to India’s visionary green hydrogen mission, establishing it as a sustainable fuel and a key energy solution,” said IIT Bombay Director Shireesh Kedare. With India poised to become a global leader in green energy, these initiatives signify a promising leap towards a cleaner and more sustainable future. The programme is expected to deliver commercially viable solutions by its culmination, laying the foundation for widespread adoption of green hydrogen technology.
