PM Modi Launches India’s First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Ferry

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated India’s inaugural hydrogen fuel cell ferry, a product of indigenous development and construction built by Cochin Shipyard. Participating from Thoothukudi, he launched the inland waterway vessel, which is part of the Harit Nauka initiative—a pilot project aimed at showcasing the technology for the maritime sector.
• Cochin Shipyard pioneers India’s first hydrogen fuel cell ferry, showcasing green technology for maritime use.
• Zero-emission, noise-free, and energy-efficient, it combats global warming.
• Inauguration ignites the use of hydrogen in marine sectors, aligning with India’s green mission.
• Embracing green hydrogen furthers India’s goal of net-zero emissions by 2070.
• Early adoption offers India a global edge in green energy leadership.

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Published date : 01 Mar 2024 05:32PM