A panel within the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council in India has suggested a significant reduction in the tax rate on green hydrogen from 18% to 5%, aiming to make this clean energy source more affordable and drive its adoption across the country. The proposal also includes lowering the tax rates on electrolysers and energy storage batteries to 5%, in line with the government's broader strategy to support green energy infrastructure. These recommendations will be presented at the upcoming GST Council meeting in July, where a decision will be made regarding the implementation of the suggested tax cuts. The move has been well received by the clean energy industry, which has actively advocated for these changes, citing that high GST rates were impeding the affordability and competitiveness of green hydrogen and energy storage solutions. The industry anticipates that reduced taxes will not only spur quicker adoption of these technologies but also assist India in progressing towards its renewable energy and decarbonization objectives. Furthermore, international collaborations such as the India-EU Clean Energy and Climate Partnership are reinforcing India's ambitions in the green hydrogen sector. Through this partnership, joint efforts in research, development, and the possibility of green hydrogen imports are being promoted, underscoring the significance of enhancing the accessibility of green hydrogen technologies for a sustainable energy future.