Japanese Entrepreneurs To Set Up Green Hydrogen Centre Of Excellence In Uttar Pradesh

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.

The talks, held with both government representatives and private entrepreneurs in Japan, centred on fostering collaborations aimed at boosting green hydrogen production and driving energy innovation.

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.

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