Hydrogen plays a crucial role in national energy strategy, with increasing potential for usage in a wide range of applications across almost all sectors including transportation, industrial, commercial, residential and portable. The India Hydrogen Market is projected to reach 11 million tons by FY2031 from 6 million tons in FY2023, growing at a CAGR of 7.58% during the forecast period FY2024-FY2031.
The India hydrogen market is expected to be driven by rising awareness about greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening of government regulations for desulfurization and encouraging the production and consumption of hydrogen. Since hydrogen is a powerful energy transporter, its further expansion into energy and automotive is expected to benefit greatly.
Hydrogen is an essential industrial gas that is employed in many different applications. The market growth is also driven by the rising demand for fuel-cell electric cars (FECV) and rockets in the aerospace sector. Additionally, the use of hydrogen fuel cells in bicycles, buses, trains, boats, ships, commercial aircraft, marine vessels and specialty vehicles like forklifts, is promoting market growth in the automotive industry.
India anticipates fast growth of the hydrogen economy by assuring the cost-effective adoption of low-carbon hydrogen technologies throughout many industries, especially in the power sector. The central government approved “National Green Hydrogen Mission” on 4th Jan 2023, in which government aims to invest around US$ 2 Billion (Rs. 19,744 Crore) in developing additional capacity of 5 million tons of Hydrogen by the end of 2030. It will help in achieving 500 GW capacity from renewable energy till 2030 target which central government has set. On the other hand, it is anticipated that the market would be constrained by the high capital costs of hydrogen energy storage.
Green Hydrogen from Sea Water is the Future of Energy and Mobility
India's energy transformation is projected to be greatly aided by green hydrogen and this path is taken by the National Green Hydrogen Mission. In addition, it is anticipated that the mission will accelerate the deployment of the green hydrogen ecosystem and open new avenues for innovation and financial investment throughout its value chain, resulting in financial gains, job creation and economic expansion. Furthermore, to decarbonize heavy sectors including steel mills, fertilizer factories and oil refineries, green hydrogen is anticipated to play a significant role.
Pollution-free production favors its development
The India hydrogen market has grown due to the usage of hydrogen in power generation and stringent environmental restrictions in favor of greener forms of energy. Using hydrogen as an energy carrier is beneficial for the environment since water and heat are the sole by-products of hydrogen's reaction with oxygen. Therefore, usage of hydrogen fuel cells results in no emissions of greenhouse gases or other pollutants.
Green Hydrogen to substantiate demand from industrial to transportation and power
Green Hydrogen is a relatively new product which is being pushed in India due to its pollution-efficient production process which almost eradicate pollution while manufacturing making it green and safe. It is expected to generate significant demand from transportation especially passenger cars and buses since hydrogen is more cost effective compared to petrol & diesel and refilling time is way lesser than any other fuel.
Power generation is the next big thing through hydrogen and key companies including NTPC, Reliance Industries, Adani Group, Acme Solar, ReNew Power and JSW Energy already confirmed their plans to establish green hydrogen plants in coming years to support government plans of expansion in the sector.
Impact of COVID-19 on India Hydrogen Market
Factors including supply chain interruptions, delays in the execution of renewable energy projects and reduced benefits from government subsidies have reduced investments and developments of renewable technology during Covid period. However, the Indian government has initiated various programmes to improve international collaborations, supplier diversity and circular economy strategies which supported the deteriorating conditions for the hydrogen market in India post Covid. Moving forward, limitations on mobility have been lifted and the market is now expanding once again.
Impact of Russia-Ukraine War on India Hydrogen Market
Impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the India hydrogen market is likely to be indirect, as India is not heavily dependent on imports for its hydrogen needs at present. Moreover, India is actively exploring domestic sources of hydrogen, such as green hydrogen produced from renewable sources, which could help mitigate any potential supply chain disruptions in the future.
Additionally, it could potentially affect India's access to key inputs for hydrogen production. Russia is one of the world's largest producers of natural gas, which is a key feedstock for hydrogen production, hence anticipation of higher natural gas prices which could potentially affect the cost of hydrogen production in India. However, as per the Niti Aayog, over 80% of additional capacity will be green hydrogen, which is not dependent on oil or gas, hence the war will have a minor effect on hydrogen prices.
Report Scope
“India Hydrogen Market Assessment, Opportunities and Forecast, FY2017-FY2031”, is a comprehensive report by Markets and Data, providing in-depth analysis and assessment of the current state of affairs of the hydrogen market in India, industry dynamics and challenges. The report includes market size, segmental shares, growth trends, COVID-19 and Russia-Ukraine war impact, opportunities and forecasts (FY2024-FY2031). Additionally, the report profiles the leading players in the industry mentioning their respective market share, business model, competitive intelligence, etc.
