India’s Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has prepared draft standards to evaluate the performance of green hydrogen electrolysers—marking the first such benchmark in the country. The standards apply across three main technologies: alkaline water electrolysers, proton exchange membrane (PEM), and anion exchange membrane (AEM) devices.

The draft defines rigorous testing methodologies, including electricity consumption per kilogram of hydrogen produced, hydrogen purity levels, and system efficiency metrics. These measures are critical as electrolyser efficiency directly impacts production costs.

Industry stakeholders have been invited to provide feedback by August 25, with finalization expected by year-end. The standard also includes important provisions around safety, water usage, and equipment lifespan—especially relevant in water-scarce regions.

Equipped with these metrics—such as specific energy consumption, Faraday efficiency, and system efficiency—developers and EPC contractors can build more reliable financial models and make informed procurement decisions. Though testing infrastructure may need scaling, the move ultimately aims to elevate the quality and global competitiveness of India-made electrolysers.

This step is especially timely as India presses ahead with its National Green Hydrogen Mission, backed by over ₹19,744 crore in incentives for green hydrogen and electrolyser manufacturing

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