Telangana Initiates Establishment of Green Hydrogen Production Facilities
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Hyderabad, Jan 3 (NationPress) Telangana's Deputy Chief Minister, Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, conveyed on Friday that the state administration is striving to create green hydrogen production hubs and has established a goal of augmenting 20,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2030.
He asserted that Telangana is dedicated to becoming a pioneer in renewable energy, sustainable technologies, and scientific advancements.
The Deputy Chief Minister made these remarks at the Australia-India Critical Minerals Research Hub Workshop, organized by IIT Hyderabad.
He highlighted that the Telangana Clean and Green Energy Policy has set forth ambitious objectives of adding 20,000 MW of renewable energy capacity by 2030, focusing on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to address intermittency and fostering green hydrogen technologies as the fuel of the future.
He believes that achieving these goals requires a stable, sustainable, and ethical supply of critical minerals.
Emphasizing the connection between critical minerals and renewable energy, Vikramarka pointed out that these minerals are not merely industrial raw materials but are the foundational elements of the green economy.
“Every solar panel, every wind turbine, every electric vehicle, and every energy storage battery is fundamentally reliant on critical minerals,” he stated, adding that initiatives such as the Australia-India Critical Minerals Research Hub are vital not only for Telangana and India but for the entire globe.
The Deputy Chief Minister asserted that Telangana is leading the way in embracing a sustainable energy future.
“We have invested in floating solar plants, smart grids, and energy storage technologies. We prioritize waste-to-energy projects to ensure that no resource is wasted. We are laying the groundwork for green hydrogen production hubs,” he elaborated.
He noted that the Telangana Clean and Green Energy Policy underscores research-driven, science-backed initiatives.
“In Telangana, we have always believed that genuine progress stems from collaborative efforts rather than top-down mandates. Whether it concerns renewable energy or critical minerals, the engagement of stakeholders—from academia and industry to local communities—is crucial,” he emphasized.
He also remarked that IIT Hyderabad has evolved into a hub of innovation and excellence, serving not merely as a campus but as a factory of dreams, a lighthouse of innovation, and a crucible of collaboration.
He observed that the IITs are more than just educational institutions; they are platforms for nation-building.
“At IIT Hyderabad, we witness this transformation firsthand—evidenced by over 11,500 research publications, 320+ patents, and startups generating ₹1,500 crore in revenue. More importantly, the IITs embody a culture of curiosity, an inclination for innovation, and a problem-solving mindset,” he noted.
This partnership with Monash University under the Australia-India Critical Minerals Research Hub exemplifies how academia can transcend geographical divides to tackle global challenges, he added.
