Press Release 

Brussels, 20 November 2024  

At the European Hydrogen Week, where India is the exclusive partner country, Hydrogen Europe and the Green Hydrogen Association (GH2 India) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to foster collaboration and mutual support, strengthening knowledge exchange to promote the advancement of the hydrogen sector across Europe and India.

This strategic partnership aims to develop common initiatives for the benefit of both regions, providing a contribution to the sector at global level and increasing the regular exchanges of best-practices relevant to both markets.

The associations’ shared objectives of enhancing industry standards and promote sustainable development will be facilitated by this initiative, supporting a favourable framework for the scaling up of the clean hydrogen supply chain in both Europe and India.

Nishaanth Balashanmugam, Director of GH2 India, shared his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating: “H2 India is thrilled to collaborate with Hydrogen Europe to accelerate the growth of the global hydrogen economy. As India strengthens its position in green hydrogen, this partnership signifies a powerful step forward for both regions. Europe has emerged as a key partner to India’s clean energy ambitions, and I hope this collaboration is a step forward in aligning trade and our shared objectives.”

Echoing these sentiments, Jorgo Chatzimarkakis, CEO of Hydrogen Europe, emphasized the importance of this cooperation, saying, “Hydrogen Europe is extremely pleased to start a close collaboration with GH2 India regarding the upscale of the hydrogen economy. India has evolved to a strong global player in hydrogen, and it is of utmost importance for Europe to partner up in mutual interest.”

The partnership between Hydrogen Europe and GH2 India underscores both regions’ dedication to fostering a robust, resilient, and sustainable hydrogen economy that supports the transition to clean energy on a global scale. Designated as one of the EU’s strategic partners, India shares the European commitments to effective multilateralism and sustainable development.