ENA Sectors 2025-01-10 14:29:55 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>Amravati, Jan 10 (KNN)</strong> In a historic step toward a greener future, Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) Green Hydrogen Hub Project in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">As Indias first Green Hydrogen Hub under the National Green Hydrogen (NGH) Mission, the project is set to position the state at the forefront of the nations renewable energy revolution.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This landmark initiative is the result of a collaboration between NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and the New &amp; Renewable Energy Development Corporation of Andhra Pradesh (NREDCAP).</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Together, they have formed a joint venture to develop an ambitious 20 GW of renewable energy projects.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Central to the ventures vision is the production of 1,500 tonnes per day (TPD) of green hydrogen and 7,500 TPD of green derivatives, promising to reshape Indias clean energy landscape.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With an estimated investment of Rs 1.85 lakh crore, the project is a major economic boost for Andhra Pradesh. Beyond financial returns, its expected to generate a significant number of job opportunities, creating a ripple effect of growth across local industries.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The initiative aligns seamlessly with Indias broader goal of achieving a 500 GW non-fossil energy capacity by 2030, reinforcing the countrys commitment to a sustainable future.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">During the inauguration, Prime Minister Modi emphasised the importance of such ventures in transitioning toward cleaner energy sources while strengthening the nations energy independence.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Looking beyond Andhra Pradesh, NGEL is setting its sights on Rajasthan, having signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the state government to develop an even larger 25 GW of renewable energy projects.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Discussions with other states are also underway, signalling NGELs intent to expand its footprint in green energy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">As India races to meet its green energy targets, projects like this underscore the potential of collaborative efforts in shaping a sustainable, energy-secure future for the country.</span></p> <p><strong><em><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></em></strong></p> 40587 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/indias-first-green-hydrogen-hub-launched-in-andhra-pradesh-by-pm-modi 2025-01-10 14:29:55 knnindia.co.in