Kerala Embraces Green Hydrogen: South India's First Hydrogen Plant and Refuelling Station near Kochi Airport
Key Ideas
- Kerala is on the brink of entering the 'hydrogen' era with the imminent commissioning of South India's first green hydrogen plant near Kochi airport.
- The plant, a joint initiative by BPCL and CIAL, will produce 200 kg of green hydrogen daily to power vehicles within the airport and later be commercially available.
- The hydrogen refuelling outlet's opening is expected to revolutionize emission-free transport in the region, marking a significant step towards carbon-neutral strategies.
- The project is aligned with the National Green Hydrogen Mission and will support pilot mobility projects in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram, promoting sustainable hydrogen-powered public transport.
Kerala is on the cusp of a green revolution as South India's first green hydrogen plant and refuelling station, situated near Kochi airport in Nedumbassery, nears completion. The project, a collaboration between Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Cochin International Airport Ltd (CIAL), is set to be operational by mid-May. The plant, with a capacity to produce 200 kg of green hydrogen daily, will initially power vehicles within the airport before commercial sales to the public. This initiative, costing Rs 25 crore, signifies a step towards emission-free transport.
The venture, part of the National Green Hydrogen Mission, aims to promote hydrogen-based mobility initiatives. By using renewable energy sources to produce green hydrogen, the project aligns with carbon-neutral strategies, emphasizing sustainability and innovation in the transportation sector. The hydrogen refuelling outlet's launch is anticipated to revolutionize sustainable transport in the region.
Moreover, the hydrogen-fuelled bus trials, using fuel cells developed by KPIT Ltd, will be a significant step towards establishing a hydrogen-powered public transport network. As BPCL plans to set up another hydrogen refuelling station in Thiruvananthapuram, the state is poised to lead the way in green energy initiatives. The strategic positioning of the hydrogen refuelling stations in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram will drive research and pilot projects under Kerala's Hydrogen Valley Program, fostering the adoption of hydrogen-powered transportation solutions.
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