Hyundai Motor India Limited, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and Guidance Tamil Nadu, unveiled the design of the Hyundai HTWO Innovation Centre in Chennai. This innovative Research & Development hub aims to drive innovation in the field of green hydrogen technology and its ecosystem. The Centre, with a commitment of Rs. 100 Crore from HMIL, emphasizes clean energy initiatives and sustainable innovation, showcasing Hyundai's dedication to advancing clean energy in India. The facility, located within the Discovery Satellite Campus of IIT Madras at Thaiyur, Chennai, will span 65,000 sq. ft. and feature advanced computational and experimental laboratories. It will focus on developing digital twins of hydrogen infrastructure, test rigs, and fabrication lines for pilot-level evaluation of electrolyzers and fuel cells. The Centre will also host test zones for industrial-scale hydrogen products, contributing to the country's decarbonization efforts. Thiru. T.R.B. Rajaa, Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion & Commerce of Tamil Nadu, praised the collaboration, highlighting the potential of India and Tamil Nadu in hydrogen production. He emphasized the importance of policy-making for development and expressed his vision for Tamil Nadu to become the R&D capital of Asia. Mr. Unsoo Kim, Managing Director of Hyundai Motor India Limited, stressed the significance of hydrogen in achieving global carbon neutrality. He mentioned that the Centre aims to foster collaboration between global expertise and local green hydrogen ecosystem, supporting 'Make in India' initiatives and nurturing talent for sustainable hydrogen solutions. Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director of IIT Madras, mentioned that the Centre will make India self-reliant in the hydrogen sector, contributing to sustainability and aiding in achieving the nation's decarbonization goals by 2070. Aligned with India's vision of energy independence by 2047, the Centre will drive R&D activities to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen technologies across the value chain, positioning itself as a national hub for hydrogen innovation.