Kerala has sanctioned registration of a not-for-profit company, Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster –HVIC-Kerala. Led by the Agency for Non-conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT), this INR 133 crore initiative aims to implement green hydrogen projects across the state.

Jan 17, 2025

Kerala has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy with the sanction to register a not-for-profit company, Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster –HVIC-Kerala, under Section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013.

Led by the Agency for Non-conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT), this initiative aims to implement green hydrogen projects across the state in coordination with the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India.

The Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster is poised to develop localised hydrogen ecosystems, marking a pivotal transition for Kerala’s energy landscape. With an estimated project cost of INR 133 crore, HVIC-Kerala will create new economic opportunities while addressing environmental challenges in the energy sector.

The initiative builds on Kerala’s active participation in the DST’s call for Hydrogen Valley proposals. Out of 70 initial proposals, ANERT’s project was among the four recommended for financial support by the DST Expert Panel Committee. This project is set to receive DST funding, contingent on the establishment of a dedicated Section 8 company to oversee implementation and management.

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The HVIC-Kerala board will feature key stakeholders, including representatives from ANERT, DST, the state government, and industry partners. This move reaffirms Kerala’s commitment to innovation and sustainability, promoting green hydrogen revolution in the state.