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India Green Hydrogen Assembly 2026

We have taken the call to transition the Assembly into a Green Hydrogen India Symposium in the week beginning 7th April. 

The India Green Hydrogen Assembly in the form it was conceptualized will be rescheduled for 2026.

Event Overview:

The India Green Hydrogen Assembly (IGHA) 2026 will be the premier annual platform for showcasing India’s leadership and potential in clean energy and green hydrogen, providing unparalleled opportunities for international cooperation and investment. The event will convene over 300 organisations and attract more than 2,000 participants from across the global green hydrogen ecosystem, including industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and technology innovators.

The assembly aims to highlight India’s clean energy ambitions and initiatives, projects, and market prospects, positioning the country as a prime destination for global partnerships and investment in energy and green hydrogen. It is designed to catalyse significant international collaboration, driving investments into India's green hydrogen value chain and advancing the nation's goals for energy transition and sustainable development.

IGHA 2026 will provide a platform for fostering strategic partnerships, sharing technological insights, and addressing challenges and opportunities in developing a sustainable green hydrogen economy. Through focused sessions, CEO roundtables, workshops, an extensive exhibition, and exclusive site visits, the event will play a pivotal role in shaping India’s green hydrogen agenda. This assembly is a unique gathering of stakeholders from government, the private sector, and civil society, aiming to galvanise collective action to accelerate the uptake of green hydrogen.

Regional and national governments worldwide will be invited to sessions during the assembly highlighting strategies for accelerating green hydrogen production and use, demonstrating progress toward a low-carbon energy transition. Representatives from industry and international energy associations will share perspectives on the massive scale-up required to tackle climate change, with participation from key non-governmental organisations and climate advocates who will outline their vision for a fair and inclusive green hydrogen transition.

Highlights

• Catalysing Investments: IGHA 2026 aims to attract substantial investments across the clean energy and green hydrogen value chain in India. By connecting early-stage investors, venture capitalists, development banks, and other financial institutions, the event will facilitate funding for start-ups, scale-ups, and infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.

• Progress on India's National Green Hydrogen Mission: IGHA 2026 will highlight key Indian projects and milestones within the National Green Hydrogen Mission, demonstrating the roadmap toward achieving national targets and fostering collaboration with international partners.

• Showcasing Key Indian State Strategies: The event will spotlight the efforts and strategies of leading Indian states in adopting green hydrogen technologies and building robust energy infrastructure. IGHA 2026 will offer a platform for knowledge exchange, enabling states and private-sector stakeholders to share best practices and replicate successful models.

• Global Partnerships and International Collaboration: IGHA 2026 will promote collaborations between Indian energy companies and global investors, technology providers, and stakeholders, fostering international cooperation to advance India's green hydrogen potential and export capabilities.

• Climate Impact and Social Equity: Dedicated sessions will address the climate benefits of green hydrogen, with participation from NGOs, civil society, and women leaders. Discussions will focus on the social and environmental impacts of the green hydrogen transition to ensure inclusive and equitable progress.

• Exclusive CEO Roundtables and Networking Opportunities: High-level roundtables, leadership workshops, and networking sessions will facilitate collaborations among government leaders, industry champions, and financiers.

Site Visits to Indian Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen Projects: Participants will gain firsthand insights into India’s pioneering efforts in renewable energy and green hydrogen production through visits to leading projects. These visits will showcase practical deployment of hydrogen infrastructure and technologies, encouraging international cooperation and collaboration.

Key Themes

• Accelerating Green Hydrogen Offtakes and Adoption in New Sectors: This theme will focus on accelerating the offtake of green hydrogen in refineries and fertiliser production. It will include discussions on strategies and coordination between ministries and the adoption of green hydrogen in critical sectors such as steel, cement, aviation, and maritime.

• Investments:
• Financing Strategies: Securing large-scale investments for energy and green hydrogen infrastructure projects.
• Early-Stage Funding: Opportunities for venture capital and angel investors to support start-ups and innovations in energy and green hydrogen.
• Public-Private Partnerships: Collaborative investment models between government and industry to enable end-to-end financing.

• Grid Infrastructure:
• Development Plans: Building robust grid systems to support renewable energy integration and scaling the deployment of renewables.
• Technological Innovations: Implementing smart grid technologies for efficient energy distribution.
• Regulatory Frameworks: Policies to facilitate grid expansion and modernisation.

• Ports and Export Infrastructure:
• Enhancing Export Capabilities: Upgrading port facilities to handle green hydrogen exports.
• Logistics and Supply Chain: Streamlining processes to support international trade.
• Global Market Access: Strategies to enter and compete in international markets.

• Supply Chain and Component Manufacturing:
• Local Manufacturing Hubs: Promoting India’s industrial clusters for component production.
• Innovation and R&D: Encouraging research in advanced materials and manufacturing techniques.
• Quality Standards: Adopting international standards to meet global market requirements.

• Storage Solutions:
• Long-Duration Energy Storage: Exploring emerging technologies such as chemical storage (including hydrogen and ammonia), thermal storage, and electrochemical storage (advanced battery technologies). Additionally, scaling up existing solutions like pumped hydro storage to provide grid stability and manage the intermittency of renewable energy sources.
• Scaling of Existing Storage Solutions: Evaluating and enhancing current storage technologies to meet increasing energy demands.
• Infrastructure Development: Building and upgrading facilities to support large-scale energy storage needs by creating flexible and resilient grid infrastructure capable of integrating diverse storage solutions.

• Partnerships and Collaboration:
• International Cooperation: Facilitating agreements between Indian and foreign entities to accelerate technologies, collaborations, investments, and joint ventures.
• Knowledge Exchange: Sharing best practices, technological advancements, and bridging knowledge gaps.

• India's National Green Hydrogen Mission Progress:
• Policy Implementation: Reviewing progress on policy initiatives and regulations.
• Target Assessment: Evaluating milestones and setting future goals.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Involving all relevant parties in decision-making processes.

• Climate and Social Equity:
• Inclusive Growth: Ensuring benefits reach all societal segments.
• Environmental Justice: Addressing the impacts of energy projects on local communities.
• Sustainable Development Goals: Aligning with global objectives for a better future.

Side Events and CEO Roundtables

• Leadership Roundtables on Key Opportunities and Issues
  Focus: High-level discussions amongst C-suite executives from global companies to share insights, strategies, and pathways for advancing the green hydrogen economy.
  Key Themes: Joint industry and intergovernmental roundtables for cross-sector coordination, green hydrogen project developments, port and export infrastructure, state-level roundtables for financing avenues, markets, and addressing evolving market scenarios in India and beyond.
  Expected Attendees: C-suite executives, industry leaders, policymakers, and financial experts.
  
  
• Financing the Green Hydrogen Economy: Investors and Lenders Roundtable
  Focus: Engaging private equity firms, banks, venture capitalists, and development finance institutions (DFIs) to explore investment opportunities across all stages of project financing.
  Key Themes: Project funding from development to scale-up, infrastructure finance, risk mitigation, and the role of various financial institutions in financing the green hydrogen continuum.
  Expected Participants: Banks, private equity firms, venture capitalists, DFIs, and other financial stakeholders.
  
  
• Roundtable of Non-Governmental and Climate Organisations
  Focus: A dedicated forum for representatives from climate advocacy groups and NGOs to discuss their roles in promoting green hydrogen adoption, climate policy, and sustainable energy transitions.
  Key Themes: Advocacy for renewable energy, civil society’s role in hydrogen transition, social and environmental safeguards, and alignment with international climate goals.
  
  
• Multi-National Roundtables for Collaboration and Partnerships
  Focus: Exploring offtake agreements, bridging regulatory and policy gaps affecting import and export, and catalysing new market opportunities.
  Key Themes: International collaboration for green hydrogen offtakes, aligning policies across borders, and fostering partnerships to scale the hydrogen market.
  Expected Participants: Industry leaders, policymakers, regulators, and international stakeholders.

• Exclusive Site Visits to Indian Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen Projects
  Focus: Participants will be invited to visit leading renewable energy projects, manufacturing sites, and green hydrogen facilities across India, offering firsthand insights into the practical implementation of energy infrastructure and technologies.
  Key Themes: Deployment of hydrogen production facilities, integration of renewable energy for hydrogen production, industrial clusters, and ports and energy infrastructure projects.
  Expected Participants: International investors, technology providers, industry leaders, and international and regional government officials.
  Locations: Key sites across India showcasing large-scale renewable energy hubs and advanced hydrogen production facilities
  
  

Side Events Hosted by Organisations and Governments
Organisations and governments will be invited to host dedicated side events to highlight their initiatives, strategies, and collaborative efforts in the green hydrogen sector. These events will provide an opportunity for in-depth discussions on specific topics of interest, regional initiatives, and global best practices. Side events will offer a platform to demonstrate leadership, share innovative solutions, and foster international partnerships.

Expected Audience and Participation

IGHA 2026 will attract a diverse audience of more than 2,000 participants from over 300 organisations across India and the globe, including:

• Industry Leaders: CEOs and senior executives from the green hydrogen, energy, and industrial sectors.
• Government Officials and Policymakers: Key decision-makers shaping hydrogen policies and infrastructure.
• Financiers and Investors: Development banks, private equity, venture capitalists, and angel investors focusing on sustainable energy.
• Technology Innovators and Developers: Companies and research institutions driving advances in hydrogen production, storage, and distribution.

International Development Agencies and Philanthropies: Organisations supporting global green hydrogen transitions through funding and partnerships.