Sarbananda Sonowal launched India’s first Green Hydrogen Pilot Project at V.O. Chidambaranar Port. The project will power streetlights and an EV charging station. VOC Port is now the first in India to produce green hydrogen. India aims to be a top shipbuilding nation by 2030 and among the top five by 2047.
India’s first port-based green hydrogen pilot project begins production
Sarbananda Sonowal launched India’s first Green Hydrogen Pilot Project at V.O. Chidambaranar Port. The project will power streetlights and an EV charging station. VOC Port is now the first in India to produce green hydrogen. India aims to be a top shipbuilding nation by 2030 and among the top five by 2047.
Despite a 50% US tariff on Indian goods, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal asserts that overall cargo shipments from India remain unaffected. Exports to the US increased by 21.64% during April-July. VOC Port is pioneering green initiatives, including a green hydrogen project and a green methanol bunkering facility, contributing to India’s economic goals.
Despite a 50% US tariff on Indian goods, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal asserts that overall cargo shipments from India remain unaffected. Exports to the US increased by 21.64% during April-July. VOC Port is pioneering green initiatives, including a green hydrogen project and a green methanol bunkering facility, contributing to India’s economic goals.
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