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India makes strong pitch for playing pivotal role in global hydrogen economy
India has the capability to become a leading exporter of green hydrogen and is poised to play a pivotal role in the global hydrogen economy, Secretary, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Bhupinder Singh Bhalla said at the World Hydrogen Summit.
Government working on policy for low grade iron ore beneficiation: Steel Secy
India awards tenders for 412,000 tonnes green hydrogen production, 1.5 GW electrolyser manufacturing
New Delhi: India has awarded tenders for setting up 412,000 tonnes of green hydrogen manufacturing and 1.5 gigawatts (GW) of electrolyser manufacturing capacity, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) said. MNRE Secretary Bhupinder S Bhalla during his opening remarks at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Netherlands on Wednesday highlighted India’s achievements under the SIGHT program and the progress of pilot projects under the mission.
Govt extends oil exploration licensing bid deadline to July 15
Share of non-fossil fuel to grow to 50% in domestic energy generation capacity by 2030: MNRE Secy
Startup develops prototype that harvests radio waves to generate electricity
Coal India, NMDC, ONGC Videsh to actively scout for critical mineral assets abroad: Govt
The government on Wednesday said public sector companies – Coal India, NMDC and ONGC Videsh Ltd (OVL), will start looking actively for critical mineral assets overseas.
From barren to bountiful: India's plan for green hydrogen from biomass
Centre aims to train 600,000 workers to power Green H2 goal
Siemens spins off energy business, shareholders to get one share for every share held
The shareholding of Siemens Energy India will mirror the shareholding of the parent entity, with 69 per cent held by Siemens AG, 6 per cent by Siemens Energy (a global entity) and the remaining with the public.
India showcases its green hydrogen potential at World Hydrogen Summit 2024 in Netherlands
For the first time, India has set up its pavilion, at the World Hydrogen Summit 2024, being held in Rotterdam, Netherlands, during May 13-15.
Hindustan Zinc, Jindal Power, JK Cement in race with others for two gold mines in Rajasthan
Hindustan Zinc, JK Cement, others emerge as technically qualified bidders for 2 gold mines in Raj
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Coal Ministry reviews stocks as peak power demand to hit 235 GW in May
Coal Minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday reviewed the coal production and despatch situation at thermal power plants (TPPs) as the country’s power demand is expected to hit 235 gigawatts (GW) during May.
Rooftop solar scheme: 100,000 hands to be trained to put solar panels in homes
Measures in place to meet peak power demand in May, June: Govt
Green steel needs tiered incentives to become reality in Asia: Russell
Wales First Minister holds meeting with Tata Steel on likely job losses at Port Talbot plant
Bankruptcy court admits insolvency plea against listed firm India Steel Works
India considers incentives for lithium processing
"The critical minerals policy will be comprehensive and will cover all aspects from exploration to mining to value addition," one of the sources said. "It will also cover incentives for beneficiation and refining within the country," the source said.
Dorf Ketal Chemicals India acquires Impact Fluid Solutions to expand its suite of solutions for oil and gas production
IREDA incorporates subsidiary in GIFT City, Gujarat
India overtook Japan to become world's 3rd largest solar power generator in 2023
Govt soon to finalise framework of state mining index to ensure ease of biz: Mines secretary
Anil Agarwal likens critical minerals to gold, says India should ensure self-sufficiency
EO data can generate $3 tn in economic benefits; help cut 2 gigatonnes of CO2 emissions: WEF report
Adani Green signs a 20-yr agreement with Sri Lanka government for wind power stations
Understanding the Green Hydrogen landscape in India: Demand from industries, global collaborations are the key
New Delhi: In India, Green Hydrogen is quickly emerging as the strongest response to the decarbonisation challenge as its production and supply can save 830 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually, compared to hydrogen derived from fossil fuels. But the significance of this clean energy technology extends beyond the immediate environmental impact.
Rajasthan plans to go all out on solar, shun coal, to meet power demand
If this happens, the state will not need to purchase electricity from other states at expensive rates, an official said.
TSSEZL, Hygenco ink pact for setting up green ammonia & green hydrogen project in Odisha
Tata Steel Special Economic Zone Limited (TSSEZL) and HHP Five Private Limited (Hygenco) on Friday inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a green hydrogen and green ammonia project at TSSEZL's Gopalpur Industrial Park (GIP) in Odisha's Ganjam district. Under the agreement, Hygenco will acquire land in Ganjam district to establish its green hydrogen, green ammonia, and derivatives unit, according to the agreement.
REC gets RBI nod to set up subsidiary in GIFT City