Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has announced an ambitious plan to position the state as a leader in green hydrogen production, aiming to contribute a third of India’s total output by 2030.

Speaking about the state’s green energy initiatives with CNBC-TV18 at the ongoing World Economic Forum (WEF) at Davos, Naidu emphasised the importance of integrating sustainable energy solutions with advanced infrastructure to meet the rising demand for green hydrogen.

The Andhra CM highlighted that NTPC, India’s leading power producer, has committed to investing nearly ₹1.87 lakh crore in the state over the next 7-8 years. This significant investment includes backward integration with renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and pumped hydro energy.

Naidu also highlighted the state’s strategic advantages, including its ten operational ports, which are critical for supporting petrochemical industries and facilitating the export of green energy products like green hydrogen.

“Andhra Pradesh has 10 ports, and for petrochemicals, a port is required. Green energy for export also requires ports. So, both are possible, and there is a huge demand for green hydrogen and other such technologies, as they are the future. For sustainability, we need to bring reforms in fuel and energy. Andhra Pradesh is the leader in this regard,” Naidu said.

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