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Gracing the occasion, Shri Bhupinder S. Bhalla, Secretary, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy,
Government of India, said "This year’s focus is on fostering international collaboration, exploring practical
applications in sectors like transportation and energy, and discussing strategies for scaling up Green
Hydrogen production. With key sessions on financing, infrastructure development, and youth
engagement, the conference serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge-sharing, innovation, and driving
global progress towards a sustainable energy future. As we embark on the Second International
Conference on Green Hydrogen, we stand at the forefront of a transformative journey towards a
sustainable future. This platform unites global minds to advance cutting-edge innovations in Green
Hydrogen, fostering collaboration across sectors. Together, we will explore new technologies, strategic
partnerships, and pathways to make Green Hydrogen a cornerstone of our clean energy transition. We
are excited to witness the growing momentum and eagerly anticipate the impactful outcomes that will
shape the future of energy." US will be the partner country for ICGH-2024.

"From policy discussions to technological showcases, ICGH-2024 is designed to accelerate India's Green
Hydrogen journey," Secretary Shri Bhalla, further stated.

The event will draw over 6,000 attendees, including delegates from the private sector, public sector
undertakings, government ministries, academic institutions, and state governments. Strong international
participation is also on the cards, reflecting India's commitment to global cooperation in addressing
climate change and energy security challenges.

The curtain raiser event was also graced by Shri Sudeep Jain, Additional Secretary, Ministry of New &
Renewable Energy, Government of India, Shri R P Gupta, Chairman & Managing Director, Solar Energy
Corporation of India Limited; Shri Abhay Bakre, Mission Director, National Green Hydrogen Mission,
Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India.

Shri Ajay Yadav, Joint Secretary, Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, Government of India, welcomed
the dignitaries. He reiterated that climate change and energy transition have taken centre stage at the
global public policy discourse and highlighted the importance of energy transition, positioning Green
Hydrogen as the fuel of the future to decarbonise key sectors. The goal is to become a global hub for
production, utilization and export of Green Hydrogen. It will note only reduce carbon emissions but would
also reduce dependence on imported fossil fuel.

India to be the Exclusive Partner for European Hydrogen Week in November 2024

The second day of the International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2024), held at Bharat
Mandapam, New Delhi, witnessed the announcement of India’s exclusive partnership with the European
Hydrogen Week, scheduled to be held in November 2024. The day highlighted India’s intent to address
the green regulations of EU to boost exports. In addition, a Letter of Intent (LoI) was signed between
Chane Terminal from Netherlands and ACME Cleantech from India for Ammonia import terminals.

The event also saw sessions bringing out the perspectives of the EU, Australia, and the Netherlands about
the scope and challenges in the Green Hydrogen sector. The EU session chaired by Pankaj Agarwal,

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