Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday addressed the 2nd International Conference on Green Hydrogen, urging the global scientific community to come together to explore various aspects of Green Hydrogen.
The Prime Minister stated, “Scientists and innovators can suggest changes in public policy to support the Green Hydrogen sector. There are many questions the scientific community can investigate. Can we improve the efficiency of electrolysers and other components in Green Hydrogen production? Can we explore the use of seawater and municipal wastewater for production? How can we integrate Green Hydrogen into public transport, shipping, and inland waterways? Exploring these topics together will greatly aid the global green energy transition. I am confident that this conference will facilitate the exchange of many valuable ideas.”
He further noted that humanity has faced many challenges in the past and has overcome them through collective and innovative solutions. “It is the same spirit of collective and innovative action that will guide us toward a sustainable future. We can achieve anything when we are united. Let us work to accelerate the development and deployment of Green Hydrogen.”
Regarding climate change and energy transition, the Prime Minister emphasized the need for global answers. “International partnership is critical for promoting Green Hydrogen’s impact on decarbonization. Scaling up production, minimizing costs, and building infrastructure can progress faster through cooperation. We also need to jointly invest in research and innovation to advance technology. At the G20 Summit in India in September 2023, there was a special focus on Green Hydrogen. The New Delhi G20 Leaders’ Declaration adopted five high-level voluntary principles on Hydrogen, which are helping us create a unified roadmap. We must remember that the decisions we make now will determine the future of our generations.”