Indian Railways to Launch Hydrogen-Powered Train as Part of National Green Hydrogen Mission
Indian Railways has announced the development of a hydrogen-powered train at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai. This initiative aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which targets the production of five million metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030. The train will operate on an 89-km route between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana, powered by a 1-MW polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolyser. Green hydrogen is produced using renewable energy sources like solar or wind to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, offering a zero-emission alternative to fossil fuels and supporting India's 2070 net-zero goal.
Key Points
- The hydrogen-powered train is a significant step toward India's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.
- Green hydrogen production involves electrolysis of water using renewable energy, resulting in no carbon footprint.
- The National Green Hydrogen Mission aims for 5 million metric tonnes of annual production by 2030.
- Ongoing research focuses on replacing expensive catalysts like platinum with cheaper alternatives like nickel or iron.
Exam Facts
- The train was developed at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai.
- The target for the National Green Hydrogen Mission is 5 million metric tonnes per year by 2030.
- India's nationwide net-zero emission target year is 2070.
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