Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme Launched By MNRE Minister

India is taking strategic steps to position itself as a global hub for green hydrogen production. As part of this vision, MNRE conducted a national-level workshop to empower Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and integrate them into the green hydrogen supply chain. A major milestone at the event was the launch of India’s Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI)—a move aimed at ensuring transparency, traceability, and market trust in green hydrogen.

Why in the News?

On 29th April 2025, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized a National Workshop on “Opportunities for MSMEs in the Green Hydrogen Supply Chain” in New Delhi, where Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI).

Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI)

  • Launched by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi.
  • Establishes a framework for certification of green hydrogen production in India.
  • Ensures transparency, traceability, and market credibility.
  • Supports India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) goals.

Workshop on MSME Role in Green Hydrogen

  • Organized by MNRE on 29 April 2025 in New Delhi.
  • Over 300 delegates participated.
  • MSMEs
  • Policymakers
  • Tech providers
  • Industry associations
  • International partners

Technical Sessions Covered

  • Technology Collaboration for MSMEs
  • Business Opportunities in Supply Chain
  • Decentralized Hydrogen Production via Biomass
  • Catalyzing Investments

De-risking tools

  • Blended finance
  • Green credit lines for MSMEs

MSME Role and Opportunities

  • Component manufacturing, O&M services, and rural hydrogen generation.
  • Interest in forming Green Hydrogen Clusters to share infrastructure and scale.

Need for,

  • Standardized protocols
  • Shared R&D platforms
  • Long-term policy stability
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme Launched By MNRE Minister
Event Name National Workshop on MSMEs in Green Hydrogen Supply Chain
Organizer Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)
Launched Scheme Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI)
Main Objective Empower MSMEs, promote green hydrogen economy
Key Outcomes by 2030 (Mission Target) 5 MMT Green Hydrogen, 125 GW RE, ₹8 lakh crore investments, 6 lakh jobs
Investment Bodies Participating World Bank, IREDA, KfW, IIFCL

 

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