Tuesday, October 07, 2025

Punjab

Straw to fuel: PEDA & Indian institute of science collaborate to produce green hydrogen from agri-waste

PUNJAB NEWS EXPRESS | October 07, 2025 03:51 PM

CHANDIGARH: Marking a significant leap towards transforming Punjab’s green energy and agricultural landscape, the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, to establish a pioneer Pilot Demonstration Project for the production of Green Hydrogen from biomass, particularly paddy straw.

Punjab New & Renewable Energy Minister, Mr. Aman Arora’s visionary leadership drives this strategic partnership by paving a way for a sustainable and thriving future for the state by turning the challenge of paddy stubble management into a lucrative opportunity for green energy production.

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