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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh seeks green hydrogen, clean energy collaborations with Japan
A delegation from the Uttar Pradesh government is in Japan to explore opportunities for collaboration, technology transfer and investment in green hydrogen and renewable energy. The visit is part of the state's broader efforts to strengthen its clean energy initiatives and attract global partnerships in the sector. The delegation is led by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor to the Chief Minister and includes Vijay Kiran Anand, CEO of Invest UP and Inderjit Singh, Director of the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), as per the official statement. Their engagements are aimed at positioning Uttar Pradesh as a key player in clean energy innovation and development. A major focus of the visit was a detailed interaction on the Toyota Mirai, a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle that emits only water by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity. The vehicle was highlighted as an example of the kind of sustainable mobility solutions the state is interested in promoting. The Uttar Pradesh team is exploring potential partnerships for green hydrogen production and the establishment of Centres of Excellence to support innovation in sustainable energy and mobility. During the visit, the delegation toured the University of Yamanashi's Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Nanomaterials Center, known for its research in advanced fuel cell technologies. UPNEDA Director Inderjit Singh expressed interest in expanding collaboration with international institutions to enhance the state's capacity for clean energy production. Areas of focus include solar energy, small-scale hydropower and biomass-based electricity. The delegation is also seeking technology transfers that could enable domestic production of affordable renewable energy. These efforts align with the state's long-term goals to support India's clean energy transition and climate commitments. The team also visited several advanced facilities, including the NESRAD Green Hydrogen Plant, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery—which utilizes Power-to-Gas (P2G) technology—and the Hydrogen Research Centre in Yamanashi. These visits are expected to provide insights into global best practices that could be implemented in Uttar Pradesh. The initiative reflects Uttar Pradesh's ongoing commitment to sustainability, clean energy innovation and international cooperation.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Japan to set up green hydrogen production centre in UP
Lucknow: In a move that will provide a major push to the state govt's initiatives to boost production and use of renewable energy, Japanese entrepreneurs have announced they will set up a Centre of Excellence for green hydrogen in Uttar Pradesh. The discussion was initiated by a high-level delegation of the UP govt, which was in Japan recently. "The delegation held discussions on cutting-edge technologies, including the next-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the Toyota Mirai, which runs by combining hydrogen and oxygen, emitting only water as a byproduct. This aligns perfectly with UP's vision for a zero-emission transport policy," a govt spokesperson said. The team also held discussions with govt representatives and private entrepreneurs on potential collaborations to promote green hydrogen production and energy innovation. A senior official said: "Partnerships with global institutions were necessary to boost renewable energy generation in the state, especially through solar, hydro, and biomass-based power solutions." The delegation visited several facilities in Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture, including the NESRAD Green Hydrogen Plant, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery, which is home to a power-to-gas technology plant and a Hydrogen Research Centre.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Japan to set up CoE for Green Hydrogen in UP
A delegation from the UP government visited Japan recently to discuss partnerships to promote production of green hydrogen and energy innovation. For representation only (HT File Photo) According to a release, the Japanese entrepreneurs agreed to set up a centre of excellence for green hydrogen in Uttar Pradesh. The UP delegation explored cutting-edge technologies, including the next-generation hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the Toyota Mirai, which runs by combining hydrogen and oxygen, emitting only water as a byproduct. This aligns perfectly with Uttar Pradesh's vision for a zero-emission transport policy. The discussions also covered potential collaborations to promote green hydrogen production and energy innovation. Those aware of the development said the initiatives are expected to help Uttar Pradesh develop a robust ecosystem for clean energy. UPNEDA director Inderjit Singh emphasised the need to deepen partnerships with global institutions to boost renewable energy generation in the state, especially through solar, hydro, and biomass-based power solutions. The delegation visited several advanced facilities in Japan's Yamanashi Prefecture, including the NESRAD Green Hydrogen Plant, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery—home to a power-to-gas technology plant—and the Hydrogen Research Center. These research-oriented visits will enable Uttar Pradesh to adopt international best practices and innovative technologies.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Uttar Pradesh seeks green hydrogen, clean energy collaborations with Japan
A delegation from the Uttar Pradesh government is in Japan to explore opportunities for collaboration, technology transfer and investment in green hydrogen and renewable energy. The visit is part of the state's broader efforts to strengthen its clean energy initiatives and attract global partnerships in the sector. The delegation is led by Awanish Awasthi, Advisor to the Chief Minister and includes Vijay Kiran Anand, CEO of Invest UP and Inderjit Singh, Director of the Uttar Pradesh New and Renewable Energy Development Agency (UPNEDA), as per the official statement. Their engagements are aimed at positioning Uttar Pradesh as a key player in clean energy innovation and development. A major focus of the visit was a detailed interaction on the Toyota Mirai, a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle that emits only water by converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity. The vehicle was highlighted as an example of the kind of sustainable mobility solutions the state is interested in promoting. The Uttar Pradesh team is exploring potential partnerships for green hydrogen production and the establishment of Centres of Excellence to support innovation in sustainable energy and mobility. During the visit, the delegation toured the University of Yamanashi's Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Nanomaterials Center, known for its research in advanced fuel cell technologies. UPNEDA Director Inderjit Singh expressed interest in expanding collaboration with international institutions to enhance the state's capacity for clean energy production. Areas of focus include solar energy, small-scale hydropower and biomass-based electricity. The delegation is also seeking technology transfers that could enable domestic production of affordable renewable energy. These efforts align with the state's long-term goals to support India's clean energy transition and climate commitments. The team also visited several advanced facilities, including the NESRAD Green Hydrogen Plant, the Suntory Hakushu Distillery—which utilizes Power-to-Gas (P2G) technology—and the Hydrogen Research Centre in Yamanashi. These visits are expected to provide insights into global best practices that could be implemented in Uttar Pradesh. The initiative reflects Uttar Pradesh's ongoing commitment to sustainability, clean energy innovation and international cooperation.
Nikkei Asia
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Nikkei Asia
Japan releases outline of US tariff deal, will review hydrogen-car subsidy
A Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicle. Washington had called for changes to Japan's support for hydrogen- and battery-powered cars. © Reuters JUN YAMAZAKI TOKYO -- Japan on Friday released a document describing its understanding of the tariff deal reached with the Trump administration, which includes policy changes that will open up its market to U.S. cars but lacks exact figures claimed by Washington. As a part of the agreement, Japan will review a purchase subsidy that favors fuel cell vehicles over battery-powered electric vehicles, and it will accept American passenger vehicles that meet safety criteria without additional testing.
