India and the UK are working together to create common standards for green hydrogen, a clean energy source for the future. A two-day workshop in New Delhi, organized by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) along with the British Standards Institution (BSI) and the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), focused on setting global guidelines for safe and efficient hydrogen production. The event was part of the UK’s Standards Partnership programme, which aims to support trade and speed up green hydrogen adoption by aligning international regulations.
Experts from both countries discussed key issues such as safety, scalability, and certification of hydrogen. A major focus was on fast-tracking Publicly Available Specification (PAS) standards, which help countries quickly apply best practices. These efforts align with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to make India a leader in the global hydrogen economy. By identifying gaps in current standards and improving cooperation between experts, the workshop is expected to strengthen India’s certification and testing systems.
The event brought together policymakers, technical experts, and industry leaders, including Rajiv Sharma from BIS, Laura Aylett from the British High Commission, and Abbey Dorian from BSI. As green hydrogen becomes more important worldwide, collaborations like this will help create smooth trade processes and ensure high safety and quality standards for the industry.
