Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme

Current Context: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) launched India’s official Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme (GHCS), alongside new research from Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) Mohali enhancing hydrogen production efficiency.

About GHCS:

• Launched By: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE).
• Nodal Agency: Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE).
• Objective: To certify green hydrogen based on transparent, measurable carbon intensity limits.
• Certification Types: Concept Certificate (voluntary); Facility-Level Certificate (mandatory).
• Emission Limit: Green hydrogen must meet ≤ 2 kg CO₂ equivalent per kg H₂.
• Coverage Scope: Production to compression and purification; excludes transport and use.
• Exemption: Exporting entities not using govt incentives may be exempt but must report emissions.
• Non-Transferability: Certificates are non-tradable and ineligible for emission reduction credits.