India’s First Port-Based Green Hydrogen Pilot Project

On 6th September 2025, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated India’s first port-based Green Hydrogen Pilot Project at V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port, Tamil Nadu, marking a significant step in the nation’s clean energy transition.

Key Points

Green Hydrogen Facility: Built at a cost of ₹3.87 crore, with a capacity of 10 Nm³ per hour, the plant will produce green hydrogen to power streetlights and an EV charging station in the port colony.
Green Methanol Project: It will support the proposed Coastal Green Shipping Corridor (Kandla–Tuticorin) and position VOC Port as a green bunkering hub in South India.