Kochi: The Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit 2025, held on March 12–13, 2025 in Kochi, Kerala, served as a platform for policymakers, industry leaders, researchers, and clean energy experts to discuss emerging opportunities in renewable energy and hydrogen technologies. During the summit, Narendra Nath Veluri, IFS, Chief Executive Officer, Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT), Government of Kerala, outlined the state’s vision for building a robust green hydrogen ecosystem and accelerating the transition towards a low-carbon economy.
Addressing the gathering, Veluri highlighted Kerala’s strategic focus on green hydrogen as a key pillar of its future energy roadmap. He noted that while the global hydrogen economy is still evolving, Kerala is taking proactive steps to position itself as a leading destination for hydrogen innovation, research, and investment.
Green Hydrogen at the Core of Kerala’s Energy Transition
Speaking on the state’s long-term vision, Veluri said Kerala aims to balance both domestic consumption and export opportunities in the hydrogen sector. Leveraging its coastal infrastructure, renewable energy potential, and strong policy support, the state is working to create an enabling environment for hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and utilisation.
He emphasised that Kerala’s approach goes beyond exports, focusing equally on developing local demand and integrating hydrogen into sectors that are traditionally difficult to decarbonise.
Dedicated Policy Framework Under Development
Veluri highlighted that Kerala is in the process of finalising a comprehensive Green Hydrogen Policy designed to encourage investments and accelerate technology adoption. The policy is expected to include measures supporting hydrogen deployment across industrial applications, mobility, and energy systems.
According to him, the policy framework aims to support the state’s broader sustainability objectives while contributing to long-term carbon reduction goals. Special emphasis is being placed on promoting hydrogen use in hard-to-abate sectors and exploring blending opportunities with existing energy infrastructure.
Incentives to Attract Investments
To encourage early adoption and industrial participation, Kerala is proposing a range of incentives for hydrogen projects. These include capital support for electrolyser installations, financial incentives for integrated hydrogen solutions, and policy benefits similar to those available under the state’s electric vehicle initiatives.
Veluri noted that such measures are intended to create a competitive ecosystem capable of attracting technology developers, manufacturers, and investors from across the globe.
Renewable Energy and Hydrogen Infrastructure Development
The ANERT CEO also highlighted Kerala’s efforts to strengthen its renewable energy base to support future hydrogen production. Alongside rooftop solar and utility-scale renewable projects, the state has introduced innovative initiatives such as floating solar projects to optimise the use of available land and water resources.
Kerala’s unique geography, he said, offers opportunities for decentralised hydrogen production and distribution, particularly through the utilisation of waterways and port infrastructure. These advantages could help reduce logistics costs and improve the viability of future hydrogen projects.
Pilot Projects and Hydrogen Innovation Clusters
Several pilot initiatives are already underway to explore different pathways for hydrogen production and application. These include projects related to hydrogen valley clusters, biomass-to-hydrogen conversion technologies, industrial hydrogen applications, and hydrogen-powered mobility solutions.
Veluri highlighted that Kerala aims to function as a testing ground for emerging hydrogen technologies, including fuel cells, electrolysers, and innovative production methods. Such initiatives are expected to strengthen the state’s innovation ecosystem and attract research collaborations from national and international stakeholders.
Building a Sustainable Energy Future
The summit discussions focused on the role of hydrogen in achieving energy security, reducing emissions, and creating new economic opportunities. Policymakers, industry leaders, and technology experts agreed that strategic investments, supportive policies, and collaborative innovation will be critical to accelerating hydrogen adoption.
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As India advances its National Green Hydrogen Mission, Kerala is positioning itself at the forefront of the clean energy transition by fostering innovation, developing supportive infrastructure, and creating opportunities for large-scale investment.
The event reinforced the state’s commitment to becoming a leading hub for green hydrogen development and demonstrated how targeted policy interventions and technological innovation can drive sustainable economic growth.
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