The
Department of Energy launched the National Green Hydrogen Roadmap on July 24,
with the target to produce 710 tonnes of green hydrogen fuel annually for
domestic consumption by 2030 and 70,000 tonnes by 2050. The vision is to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels.
According to the Roadmap, venturing into green hydrogen allows Bhutan to
capitalise on its competitive renewable electricity costs, enhance energy
security, reduce trade imbalances, and create a diverse energy system and
maintain carbon neutrality.
A five-megawatt green hydrogen
plant will soon be constructed near the Gidakom Mini Power Plant to meet the
demands of fuel cell vehicles. Bhutan aims to establish its first hydrogen export
routes by 2030, focusing primarily on Asian markets such as China and India.