In recent times, the global surge in green businesses has gained remarkable momentum, driven by the urgent need for climate mitigation. As the world collectively strives for sustainability, one city that stands out for its relentless pursuit of green innovations is Hamburg – a hub of renewable energies. However, the ongoing Ukraine war has spurred an energy crisis in many parts of the world, as also in Germany. Similar energy challenges are being encountered by India, where green transition has taken center stage due to India’s growing population demands and economic growth amidst rising geopolitical uncertainties. Many countries have thereby shown greater interest in forging new partnerships to diversify their sourcing markets. As India recognizes the advantages of Hamburg’s green investments and technological expertise, Hamburg is equally eager to leverage India’s manufacturing capacity. This dynamic paves the way for a multitude of opportunities for collaboration between the two partners. Within the realm of renewable energy, the most promising prospects lie predominantly in the domains of green hydrogen and wind energy.

Green hydrogen plays a pivotal role in the storage of renewable energy and the decarbonization of several industrial processes. In view of India’s target to produce five million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030, the green hydrogen market in the country has the potential to expand to the tune of eight billion dollars. Currently, India views Germany as a substantial export hub for green
hydrogen and hydrogen-integrated products such as green steel. In turn, Germany stands to benefit from India’s cost-effective manufacturing capabilities. Amidst such evolving trade flows, the Port of Hamburg’s strategic location and amicable relations with India are slated to assume a crucial significance, especially with its plans to develop a large import terminal for green hydrogen
by 2026. Given India’s limited experience in this domain, it looks at Hamburg for technological know-how as well as infrastructure investments. Government-level partnerships are diligently crafting comprehensive policy frameworks that encourage direct collaborations between Indian and German enterprises, fostering a robust trade environment in the realm of renewable energy.
In May 2022, the ‘Indo-German Green Hydrogen Task Force’ was established with the primary objective of making green hydrogen economically viable by enhancing mutual value chains.

Similarly, India’s wind energy industry, particularly in the states of Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, presents partnership opportunities despite the recent pandemic driven slowdown. As India ascends to the fourth position worldwide in terms of wind power capacity, it aims to harness 140 GW of installed wind energy capacity by 2030. At this critical juncture, India stands to gain valuable insights from the Global Wind Energy Capital that houses two-thirds of the global know-how in this sector. In 2018, the Hamburg Representation Mumbai contributed to organizing an Indian Offshore Wind fact-finding mission to Hamburg. The Hamburg Chamber of Commerce has been offering valuable training courses in renewable energy that have immensely benefited companies over the
past four decades. Hamburg is also home to the internationally acclaimed Wind Energy trade fair held annually since 2014. The next edition of this trade fair is scheduled to occur from 24th to 27th September 2024. With registrations now open, Hamburg eagerly anticipates the arrival of visitors and is fully prepared to offer attendees a wide array of opportunities to connect, share insights
and discover about the latest advancements in the industry. These initiatives showcase the harmonious synergy between economy and ecology. Together, India and Hamburg are poised to contribute to a greener future. Visit the Hamburg Representation Mumbai website for more updates about the interactions between India and the Hanseatic City!