Full Title: Gateway to Green- Assessing port readiness for green hydrogen transition in India
Author(s): Akshima Ghate, Ruchi Gupta (VITO), Cato Koole, Dhakshin Kumar, Juan Correa Laguna (VITO), Ankur Malyan, Abigail Martin, Jagabanta Ningthoujam, and Aparajit Pandey
Publisher(s): RMI
Publication Date: September 21, 2025
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Description (excerpt):
India’s ports have the potential to become key hubs in the global green hydrogen transition. Beyond serving as traditional transit points, they can evolve into dynamic energy ecosystems by seamlessly integrating green hydrogen into their value chains. This transformation would not only accelerate India’s clean energy shift but also strengthen its role in global trade while unlocking new revenue streams through bunkering, refueling, and value-added services.
A robust Common User Infrastructure (CUI) framework will be key to developing green hydrogen facilities. Strategically located ports can cater to both domestic and export markets, leveraging their proximity to industrial clusters and existing infrastructure for scaling hydrogen operations. Their access to international markets and major shipping routes further strengthens their role in the hydrogen economy.