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.
