Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology (NMIT), Bengaluru, has launched the Advanced Research Center for Clean and Green Energy on Sunday. The research centre aims to reduce carbon emissions and foster economic growth by industry collaborations on Green Hydrogen production, as per the press release.
The Institute signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UDJAN Energy Private Limited –Bengaluru, for expanding the activities in the field of green hydrogen through various activities such as market research, seminars, technology absorption etc.
“The world is combating global warming and climate change. To save the planet, we should unite to reduce our dependence on fossil fuel and petrochemicals. Recently, the Government of India launched the Green Hydrogen 2030 Mission, which aims to make India a global hub for the production, utilisation and export of green hydrogen and its derivatives. The approach of NMIT and the project they have taken up for production of hydrogen is therefore commendable and highly appreciated,” Thaawarchand Gehlot, governor, Karnataka, said.
The Institute has started production of green hydrogen, which is also funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development. NMIT is producing hydrogen from sea water, as mentioned in the press release.
“Green Hydrogen is of immense importance in today’s green economy and sustainability. With the help of the Advanced Research Center for Clean and Green Energy, we are confident of building solutions which would contribute to India’s goal towards becoming a global hub for green hydrogen production and utilisation,” H. C. Nagaraj, principal, NMIT, said.