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The Morning Brief
Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen
Oct 8, 2024
Twesh Mishra, a transport reporter, and Anuraag Nallapaneni, a hydrogen program manager, dive into India's hydrogen-powered mobility revolution. They discuss the ambitious plans for hydrogen trains and the development of hydrogen ports. The conversation spans global hydrogen trends and India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, highlighting production challenges and the potential for eco-friendly transport. The duo also explores hydrogen’s future in various transportation sectors, weighing its promise against hurdles that lie ahead.
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- India's ambitious hydrogen mobility initiative includes plans for hydrogen trains, aiming to enhance sustainable transportation and tourism.
- Significant challenges remain for the hydrogen economy, including current fossil fuel dependence and the need for safe infrastructure development.
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India's Push for Hydrogen Trains
India is set to introduce hydrogen trains as part of its initiative for sustainable mobility, with the first trial expected to start by the end of the year. The collaboration with TUV-SUD aims to ensure high safety and quality standards for these hydrogen-powered vehicles. The Indian Railways plans to roll out 35 hydrogen trains, with the estimated cost aligned with existing train models, while focusing on routes ideal for tourism. The infrastructure for hydrogen production is also developing, with a facility in Haryana providing necessary hydrogen for trial operations.
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