In his Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the government’s commitment to establishing India as a global leader in green hydrogen through the National Green Hydrogen Mission. In just a year and a half, this mission has placed the hydrogen molecule at the forefront of discussions among energy developers, investors, policymakers, and industry leaders. The introduction of production-linked incentives, along with significant capital investment for electrolyzer manufacturers and developers of green hydrogen and green ammonia, has bolstered confidence in India’s ability to achieve its hydrogen production goals. However, there is ongoing concern among developers about the demand and market uptake for their products. Today, we are pleased to welcome Shardul Kulkarni, Managing Director and CEO of Deesha Power. With 20 years of experience in the power and renewable energy sectors, Shardul has been instrumental in driving over $1 billion in energy transition investments across Southeast Asia and Western Africa. Within the Indian green hydrogen community, Shardul is affectionately known as the “hydrogen wala,” a passionate advocate for green hydrogen, dedicated to raising awareness and educating others about the vast potential of this transformative energy source.
