Hydrogen Fuel Cell EVs transformative to shape India's clean future: Pralhad Joshi
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Why in news
New & Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi showcased a Toyota Mirai Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) at Parliament to highlight India's transition toward hydrogen-based mobility.
Background
NISE will conduct real-world testing of the Toyota Mirai FCEV to assess performance under various conditions.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TToyota Mirai: A Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) that utilizes hydrogen to generate electricity.
- BodyNational Institute of Solar Energy (NISE): An Indian body tasked with testing hydrogen mobility performance.
- FactHydrogen mobility is being positioned as a key component of India's clean energy transition.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the potential of green hydrogen in decarbonizing India's transport sector and the infrastructural requirements for large-scale adoption.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Requirement for high-pressure hydrogen refueling stations and specialized storage logistics.
- Technological hurdle: Balancing the high cost of fuel cell stacks with the need for affordable mass-market EVs.
- Supply chain dependency: Managing the sourcing of green hydrogen and raw materials for fuel cell components.
Keywords: Green Hydrogen · Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle · Decarbonization · Renewable Energy Transition · Hydrogen Mobility
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