India aims to cut green hydrogen production costs to USD 1 per kg by 2030. The announcement came at the National Green Economy Conclave in New Delhi, where Amitabh Kant said the move could reshape India’s clean-energy future and boost key industries.

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• India wants green hydrogen cost down from USD 4.5/kg to USD 1/kg.

• Target year: 2030; plan aims to make India lowest-cost producer.

• Sectors impacted: steel, fertilisers, mobility, heavy transport.

• Mission backed by rapid solar expansion and cheaper renewable tariffs.

• Green hydrogen called a “defining pillar” of India’s growth path.

• Transition expected to boost clean manufacturing and decarbonisation.

• Circular economy seen as big opportunity for startups and innovation.

• CEEW report: green economy may create 48 million jobs by 2047.

• Estimated USD 4 trillion investment and USD 1.4 trillion market potential.

• India urged to design green, inclusive, public-transport-focused cities.