Executive Summary:
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) published the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) in April 2025 to establish a transparent framework for certifying green hydrogen production. The scheme outlines governance, defines certification procedures, sets monitoring requirements, and establishes verification processes. The GHCI aims to align with national energy transition goals and contribute to the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM).
Key Points / Main Content:
Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCI) Objectives:
* Establish a governance structure for the certification mechanism.
* Detail the scope and system boundaries for green hydrogen certification.
* Define monitoring requirements for green hydrogen production and emissions.
* Establish a verification approach and designate a nodal authority for certification.
* Develop a reporting mechanism and tracking system for data chain of custody.
* Establish the certification procedure as Guarantee of Origin (GO).
Key Features of the Scheme:
* Green Hydrogen Definition: Hydrogen with a carbon footprint of 2 kg CO2 equivalent or less per kg, from production to factory gate.
* Certification Structure: Includes Concept and Facility Level Certificates (construction stage) and Provisional and Final Certificates (production stage).
* Verification: Producers must appoint Accredited Carbon Verification (ACV) agencies, approved by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), to verify emission data annually.
National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) Targets by 2030:
* Production Capacity: 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of Green Hydrogen per annum.
* Renewable Energy Capacity: Addition of about 125 GW.
* Investment: Estimated 8 lakh crore total investments.
* Employment: Creation of over 6 lakh jobs.
* Implementation: Pan-India basis with no location-specific targets.
MSME Integration with NGHM:
* MSMEs Role: Pivotal stakeholders in component manufacturing, engineering services, operations & maintenance, and technological innovation.
* MNRE Initiative: Organized a National Workshop on April 29, 2025, to discuss MSME opportunities in the Green Hydrogen Supply Chain.
Project Status:
* Sidhi Lok Sabha Constituency: No reported green hydrogen projects.
* Rajasthan:
* ACME: Green ammonia integrated demonstration and pilot plant in Bikaner (5 metric tonnes per day green ammonia, 500 normal cubic meter per hour green hydrogen).
* INOX India Limited: Green hydrogen production plant of 190 tonnes per annum capacity at Chittorgarh.
Impact Analysis:
Green Hydrogen Producers:
* Impact: Must adhere to the GHCI for certification, including carbon footprint limits, verification processes, and reporting requirements.
* Action Required: Appoint ACV agencies for annual emission data verification and comply with the certification structure.
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs):
* Impact: Significant opportunities to contribute to the green hydrogen supply chain through component manufacturing, engineering, and innovation.
* Action Required: Engage in the development of green hydrogen plants and related services to leverage opportunities within the NGHM.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE):
* Impact: Responsible for approving Accredited Carbon Verification (ACV) agencies.
* Action Required: Ensure ACV agencies are qualified to verify emission data accurately.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE):
* Impact: Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the GHCI and the NGHM.
* Action Required: Continue to monitor the progress of green hydrogen projects and support MSME integration into the supply chain.
Key Entities Referenced
Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme: A scheme by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in India to establish a transparent and credible framework for the certification of Green Hydrogen produced in the country.
National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM): A mission by the Government of India with targets for green hydrogen production capacity, renewable energy promotion, investment, and employment by 2030.
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE): The Indian government ministry responsible for the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme and the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs): Pivotal stakeholders in realizing the targets under NGHM, contributing to the development of a robust green hydrogen supply chain.
Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE): An agency that approves Accredited Carbon Verification (ACV) agencies for verifying emission data related to green hydrogen production.
Rajasthan: A state in India where green hydrogen production or related pilot projects have been proposed or implemented, specifically in Bikaner and Chittorgarh.
Bikaner, Rajasthan: A location in Rajasthan where Ms ACME has built a green ammonia integrated demonstration and pilot plant.
Chittorgarh, Rajasthan: A location in Rajasthan where Ms INOX India Limited has commissioned a green hydrogen production plant.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 506
ANSWERED ON 23/07/2025
GREEN HYDROGEN CERTIFICATE SCHEME
506. SHRI PARBHUBHAI NAGARBHAI VASAVA
SHRI VISHWESHWAR HEGDE KAGERI
DR. RAJESH MISHRA
SHRI VIJAY BAGHEL
SHRI BALABHADRA MAJHI
SHRI P P CHAUDHARY
SMT. SHOBHANABEN MAHENDRASINH BARAIYA
SHRI PRAVEEN PATEL
SHRI RODMAL NAGAR
SHRI SURESH KUMAR KASHYAP
Will the Minister of NEW AND RENEWABLE ENERGY be pleased to state:
(a) the details of major objectives and features of the Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme;
(b) the manner in which the said scheme ensures transparency, monitorability and global
credibility in India's green hydrogen ecosystem;
(c) the targets set under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) in terms of green
hydrogen production capacity, renewable energy promotion, investment and employment
by 2030 particularly in Durg and Bemtara districts of Durg Lok Sabha Constituency in
Chhattisgarh;
(d) the role of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the green hydrogen
supply chain and the key steps taken to integrate the same with NGHM;
(e) the measures taken in Sidhi Lok Sabha Constituency with regard to the said Green
Hydrogen Certification Scheme; and
(f) whether any green hydrogen production or related pilot projects have been proposed or
implemented in the State of Rajasthan and if so, the details thereof?
ANSWER
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR NEW & RENEWABLE ENERGY AND POWER
(SHRI SHRIPAD YESSO NAIK)
(a)&(b) The Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme of India (GHCI) has been published by the
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy in April 2025 to establish a transparent and credible
framework for the certification of Green Hydrogen produced in the country.
The major objectives of the scheme are as follows:-
i. To outline the governance structure of the certification mechanism;
ii. To provide details of the scope and system boundaries for green hydrogen certification
procedure;
iii. To define the monitoring requirements for green hydrogen production and its emissions;
iv. To establishing a robust verification approach for green hydrogen projects and designate
nodal authority for issuing green hydrogen certification;v. To develop a mechanism for reporting green hydrogen production and implement a
system for continuous tracking of data (chain of custody) to ensure transparency and
accountability in Green Hydrogen production and end use;
vi. To establish the green hydrogen certification procedure as Guarantee of Origin (GO).
GHCI aims to provide a holistic framework for the measurement, monitoring, and
certification of green hydrogen production in India. It emphasizes transparency,
accountability, aligning with national energy transition and climate goals, thereby
contributing to the overall success of the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Key features of the scheme are as follows:
(i) Green Hydrogen is defined as hydrogen that has a carbon footprint of 2 kg CO₂
equivalent or less per kg, measured from production to the factory gate (well-to-gate
approach).
(ii) The certification structure includes a Concept and Facility Level Certificate at the
construction stage, and Provisional and Final Certificates at the production stage.
(iii)Producers are required to appoint Accredited Carbon Verification (ACV) agencies,
approved by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), to verify their emission data on
annual basis.
(c) The targets set under the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM), by 2030, are as
follows:
(i) To establish Green Hydrogen production capacity of 5 Million Metric Tonnes
(MMT) per annum, with an associated renewable energy capacity addition of
about 125 GW.
(ii) Estimated ₹8 lakh crore total investments and creation of over 6 lakh jobs.
The Mission is implemented on a pan India basis and there are no location specific targets.
(d) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are envisaged as pivotal stakeholders in
realizing the targets under NGHM. With their capabilities in component manufacturing,
engineering services, operations and maintenance, and technological innovation, MSMEs are
well positioned to contribute to the development of a robust green hydrogen supply chain,
including the manufacturing of different components of green hydrogen plants.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) organized a one-day National Workshop
on opportunities for “Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Green Hydrogen
Supply Chain”, on 29th April 2025. The workshop deliberated opportunities and key role of
MSMEs in development of green hydrogen ecosystem in India.
(e) There are no green hydrogen projects reported from Sidhi Lok Sabha Constituency.
(f) As per information available, there are two green hydrogen projects in Rajasthan:
(i) M/s ACME has built a green ammonia integrated demonstration and pilot plant in
Bikaner, Rajasthan with green ammonia production capacity of 5 metric tonnes
per day and green hydrogen production capacity of 500 normal cubic meter per
hour.
(ii) M/s INOX India Limited has commissioned a green hydrogen production plant of
190 tonnes per annum capacity at Chittorgarh, Rajasthan.
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