41st Steering Committee Meeting of International Partnership for Hydrogen & Fuel Cells in Economy Kicks off In New Delhi, Spanning Five Days.
(Judicial Quest News Network)
The inaugural day of this five-day meeting featured the IPHE Academic Outreach at IIT Delhi on March 18, 2024, where conference delegates shared valuable insights into the future of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies.
During the opening session, Prof. Ajay Sood, the Principal Scientific Advisor of the Government of India, emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts to enhance the economic viability and environmental sustainability of hydrogen technologies. He underscored the significance of skill development and research and development (R&D) in the sector, noting various governmental initiatives towards the adoption of green hydrogen.
Shri Sudeep Jain, Additional Secretary of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, highlighted the challenges posed by climate change and stressed the necessity of academia-industry collaboration for facilitating energy transition, particularly towards green hydrogen.
Mr. Noe Van Hulst, Vice-Chairperson of IPHE, recognized India’s pivotal role in shaping the global clean energy landscape and emphasized the importance of education, research, and innovation in advancing clean hydrogen technologies.
Prof. Naresh Bhatnagar, Dean of Research and Development at IIT Delhi, discussed the institute’s longstanding involvement in hydrogen vehicle R&D and outlined its educational programs and ongoing research initiatives in energy systems.
Shri Kishor Nair, Chief Executive Officer of Avaada Group, highlighted India’s and other nations’ efforts towards energy transition and urged academia and research communities to contribute technology ideas for enhancing the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of hydrogen technologies.
In his welcome address, Shri Ajay Yadav, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy, underscored the significance of green hydrogen as a future alternative fuel and outlined the government’s initiatives under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
The event also featured engaging activities such as poster presentations and a quiz competition, with prizes awarded to the top three participants in each category.
Additionally, two panel discussions were held during the IPHE Academic Outreach. The first panel, titled “Empowering Expertise: Cultivating Skill Development in the Clean/Green Hydrogen Arena,” focused on the need for specialized skills in the green hydrogen sector and highlighted the importance of safety, security, and regulatory standards.
The second panel, titled “Unveiling the Future: Clean/Green Hydrogen Technologies and Its Transformative Applications,” explored the potential of clean hydrogen across various industries and emphasized the importance of technological advancements and regulatory frameworks to reduce production costs and increase demand.
Established in 2003, IPHE comprises 23 member countries and the European Commission, dedicated to advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies globally. The biannual IPHE Steering Committee Meetings serve as vital platforms for international collaboration and coordination, facilitating information exchange on policy and technical developments to inform collaborative initiatives among member countries.
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