Maruti Suzuki India Limited commissioned its first Green Hydrogen (GH₂) electrolyser plant at its Manesar facility in Haryana on 24 September 2026. The plant has a capacity of 300 kW and functions as a pilot project for green hydrogen production and use in manufacturing operations.
Green Hydrogen and Electrolyser Plants
Green hydrogen is hydrogen produced using renewable electricity through electrolysis, a process that splits water into hydrogen and oxygen. An electrolyser is the equipment used for this process, and its output can be stored, blended with other fuels, or used directly in industrial applications.
Use in Manufacturing Operations
The green hydrogen from the Manesar plant is blended with natural gas and used as process fuel in manufacturing operations. The plant uses surplus solar energy generated at the Manesar facility, including electricity available during holidays, for hydrogen production.
Clean Energy Strategy in Automobile Manufacturing
Maruti Suzuki’s clean energy strategy includes solar power, biogas, battery storage, and green hydrogen. The company plans to expand green hydrogen technology across its manufacturing facilities in Haryana and Gujarat after assessing the pilot project.
Important Facts for Exams
- Green hydrogen is produced by electrolysis using electricity from renewable sources such as solar and wind power.
- Electrolysers are classified into types such as alkaline, proton exchange membrane, and solid oxide systems.
- The Government of India launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission to promote hydrogen production, storage, transport, and use.
- Maruti Suzuki India Limited is one of India’s major automobile manufacturers with production facilities in Haryana and Gujarat.
Carbon Footprint Target
Maruti Suzuki aims to reduce its manufacturing carbon footprint from 615,000 tonnes to 266,000 tonnes by FY 2030-31. Hisashi Takeuchi is the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Maruti Suzuki India Limited.
