Andhra Pradesh is set to establish a Green Hydrogen Valley, positioning itself as a leader in India’s shift towards clean energy, according to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. Speaking at the Green Hydrogen Summit held at SRM University in Amaravati, Naidu outlined the state’s Integrated Clean Energy Policy, which aims to attract ₹10 lakh crore (approximately $120 billion) in green investments and create 750,000 jobs.
The Chief Minister highlighted a new incentive package designed to encourage the production of green hydrogen and its derivatives. During the summit, two significant Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, totaling an investment of ₹51,000 crore (about $6.2 billion).
The UK-based company Yamna, represented by Gal Bogin, plans to invest ₹16,000 crore to launch a 1 million metric ton per annum (MMTPA) Green Ammonia project at Krishnapatnam. Concurrently, JKSH and Hynfra will invest ₹35,000 crore in a facility at Machilipatnam, which will produce 150 kilotons per annum (KTPA) of Green Hydrogen and 600 KTPA of Green Ammonia. Collectively, these projects are expected to generate over 10,500 jobs in the region.
Naidu emphasized Andhra Pradesh’s strategic advantages for the clean energy sector, including its extensive coastline and logistics network, which are essential for exporting green hydrogen and ammonia. He called on industrialists, scientists, policymakers, and researchers globally to collaborate with the state government to transform Andhra Pradesh into a hub for hydrogen innovation.
“Green hydrogen is an idea whose time has come. Investing in clean energy means investing in a safer future for our planet,” Naidu stated. He expressed a commitment to adopting innovations that reduce energy costs and combat global warming, aiming for Andhra Pradesh to become India’s leading Hydrogen Valley by integrating technology, infrastructure, and innovation.
Naidu recognized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for India’s clean energy transition, asserting that the country is well-positioned to become a global leader in green hydrogen production. He stressed the need for collaboration between the government, technological infrastructure, and industry players, noting that India aims to demonstrate that clean energy can be both scalable and profitable.
The Integrated Clean Energy Policy aspires to produce 1.5 million metric tons of green hydrogen annually, along with establishing a 3 gigawatt capacity for electrolyzer manufacturing. This initiative complements existing solar, wind, and pumped energy systems.
In alignment with the National Hydrogen Mission’s ambitious goals of achieving 5 million metric tons of non-fossil fuel energy by 2030 and reaching net-zero emissions by 2070, Andhra Pradesh is prepared to play a critical role in this transition. The state is focused on promoting decarbonization through green hydrogen and its derivatives while also exploring circular economy strategies, water recycling, and energy recovery.
With these initiatives, Andhra Pradesh aims to solidify its place in the global clean energy market and contribute significantly to India’s overall energy goals.
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