Summary:
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### Key Definitions and Standards
The core of the document establishes clear, quantifiable definitions for Green Ammonia.
– **Definition of Green Ammonia:**
– “Green Ammonia” is officially defined as ammonia (NH₃) produced using Green Hydrogen.
– The definition clarifies that the renewable energy used in the production process includes electricity generated from renewable sources that is either stored in an energy storage system or banked with the electricity grid, provided it follows applicable regulations.
– **Emission Threshold:**
– A strict, quantifiable limit for greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions is set.
– The total **well-to-gate** emissions—covering the entire production process from Green Hydrogen creation, ammonia synthesis, purification, compression, and on-site storage—must not exceed **0.38 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent per kilogram of ammonia (kg CO₂ eq/kg NH₃)** .
– This emission average is to be calculated over the last 12-month period of production.
### Implementation and Governance
– **Measurement and Certification:** The document states that a detailed methodology for measurement, reporting, monitoring, on-site verification, and certification will be issued separately by the MNRE. This ensures the standard can be practically implemented and enforced.
– **Link to Green Hydrogen Standard:** The definition of “Green Hydrogen” is explicitly linked to the pre-existing “Green Hydrogen Standard for India” notified by the MNRE on 18th August 2023 (and any future amendments). This creates a consistent and interconnected regulatory framework for the entire green hydrogen and ammonia value chain.
### Transition and Applicability
– **Grandfathering Clause:** A crucial provision is included for ongoing projects. Any tender, bid process, or solicitation issued **before** the date of this notification (27th February 2026) can continue under its original terms and conditions.
– However, it allows for the possibility that the procuring entity and other parties may mutually agree to align such pre-existing tenders with this new standard.
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