NEWS – SECI’s recent Request for Selection (RfS) for Green Ammonia Producers marks a significant step in India’s transition towards Green Hydrogen as part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) under the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE)

HIGHLIGHTS

• Objective: The RfS aims to select Green Ammonia Producers through competitive bidding under Mode 2A of the SIGHT Programme.
• Capacity: The bidding process targets a total capacity of 5.39 lakh Metric Tonnes (MT)/annum of Green Ammonia production for supply to fertilizer companies.
• Bidding Process: The competitive bidding will be conducted online through e-bidding followed by e-Reverse Auction to ensure cost-effective selection.

SIGHT

• Subcomponent of the National Green Hydrogen Mission (under Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE)
• Aims – bolstering domestic electrolyser manufacturing and green hydrogen production.
• Dual incentive mechanisms: Incentive for Electrolyser Manufacturing
• Implementation: The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) is responsible for executing the scheme

NATIONAL GREEN HYDROGEN MISSION (NGHM)

• Launch: Launched on 4th January 2023 with an outlay of Rs. 19,744 crores.
• Goals: Contribute to India’s self-reliance in clean energy, lead in Green Hydrogen technology globally, and decarbonize the economy.

Impact

• Decarbonization: Significant reduction in carbon emissions through the adoption of Green Hydrogen.
• Energy Independence: Reduced dependence on fossil fuel imports, promoting self-sufficiency.
• Global Leadership: Positioning India as a leader in Green Hydrogen technology and market.