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Japanese Entrepreneurs To Set Up Green Hydrogen Centre Of Excellence In Uttar Pradesh
Green hydrogen. (Representative image)
In a major step towards advancing renewable energy in Uttar Pradesh, a consortium of Japanese entrepreneurs has announced plans to establish a Centre of Excellence dedicated to green hydrogen in the state, Times of India reported.
The initiative follows a recent visit to Japan by a high-level delegation from the Uttar Pradesh government.
According to an official government spokesperson, the delegation engaged in extensive talks on state-of-the-art technologies, including the Toyota Mirai, a next-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle.
"The delegation held discussions on cutting-edge technologies, including the next-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the Toyota Mirai, which runs by combining hydrogen and oxygen, emitting only water as a byproduct. This aligns perfectly with UP's vision for a zero-emission transport policy," a government spokesperson was quoted as saying by ToI.
A senior state official emphasised the importance of global cooperation, stating, "Partnerships with global institutions were necessary to boost renewable energy generation in the state, especially through solar, hydro, and biomass-based power solutions."
During the visit, the delegation toured advanced facilities in Yamanashi Prefecture, including the NESRAD Green Hydrogen Plant, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery which houses a pioneering power-to-gas technology plant and a specialised Hydrogen Research Centre.
Officials noted that the upcoming Centre of Excellence is expected to accelerate Uttar Pradesh’s clean energy transition and support its ambitions for a sustainable and zero-emission future.
