India is emerging as a global leader in green hydrogen production, with numerous companies investing heavily in hydrogen generation projects. The Indian government’s National Green Hydrogen Mission has further accelerated the growth of this sector. Here’s a detailed look at the top 20 hydrogen generation companies in India and their major projects.
1. Reliance Industries Limited (RIL)
Project: Reliance is setting up a Green Energy Giga Complex in Jamnagar, Gujarat, with a significant focus on hydrogen production. The company plans to produce 100 GW of renewable energy to support its green hydrogen ambitions.
2. Adani Green Energy Limited
Project: Adani has committed $20 billion towards renewable energy projects, including green hydrogen production facilities in Gujarat and Rajasthan. The company is also exploring hydrogen export opportunities.
3. Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
Project: IOCL has started work on India’s first green hydrogen plant at its Mathura refinery, with an investment of ₹2,000 crore. The plant will use solar and wind energy to generate hydrogen.
4. NTPC Limited
Project: NTPC is piloting a green hydrogen mobility project in Ladakh, where it will set up hydrogen-powered vehicles and fuel stations. Additionally, NTPC is developing a hydrogen production facility at Vindhyachal.
5. JSW Energy Limited
Project: JSW Energy is investing in a hydrogen-based energy storage system and evaluating opportunities for large-scale hydrogen production to integrate with its renewable energy business.
6. Tata Chemicals Limited
Project: Tata Chemicals is exploring green hydrogen for ammonia and chemical production at its Gujarat plant as part of its sustainability strategy.
7. Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
Project: L&T is working on a green hydrogen electrolyzer manufacturing facility and has partnered with ReNew Power for large-scale hydrogen projects.
8. GAIL (India) Limited
Project: GAIL is setting up a 10 MW pilot green hydrogen plant in Madhya Pradesh, aiming to integrate hydrogen with its natural gas infrastructure.
9. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)
Project: BPCL is developing a green hydrogen production facility at its Bina refinery, with an aim to replace gray hydrogen used in refining processes.
10. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)
Project: HPCL is exploring green hydrogen projects, including setting up a hydrogen refueling station in Delhi.
11. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
Project: ONGC is conducting feasibility studies for offshore wind-based hydrogen production and collaborating with global players on hydrogen fuel technologies.
12. CESC Limited
Project: CESC is assessing the integration of green hydrogen into its power generation systems, with a focus on decarbonizing its energy portfolio.
13. Jindal Stainless Limited
Project: In partnership with Hygenco, Jindal Stainless is setting up Haryana’s first green hydrogen project, expected to reduce 2,700 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually.
14. Oriana Power Limited
Project: Oriana Power is working on integrating solar energy with hydrogen production for industrial applications.
15. Waaree Energies Limited
Project: Waaree Energies is diversifying into hydrogen fuel production alongside its solar PV manufacturing.
16. Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA)
Project: IREDA is providing financial support for green hydrogen production projects under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
17. Air Products and Chemicals (INOX Air Products)
Project: INOX Air Products is supplying green hydrogen to various industries, supporting India’s decarbonization initiatives.
18. Bloom Energy
Project: Bloom Energy is deploying solid oxide electrolyzer technology to enhance hydrogen production in India.
19. FuelCell Energy
Project: FuelCell Energy is exploring the feasibility of fuel cell-based hydrogen generation in India.
20. Plug Power
Project: Plug Power is partnering with Indian firms to establish hydrogen refueling stations and storage infrastructure.
Conclusion
The Indian hydrogen sector is rapidly evolving, with major players investing in cutting-edge projects. With strong government support and rising private investments, India is poised to become a major hub for green hydrogen production and exports.