CSIR-NCL: CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, a constituent laboratory of Council for Scientific and Industrial Research scientific, India, has roots of high quality research in chemistry and allied sciences & engineering. CSIR-NCL was formally declared open and dedicated to the nation on 3 January 1950. The laboratory is recognized globally, it has earned a reputation for scientific excellence in the field of chemical sciences. As the lead organization for the Pune Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster (P-HVIC) project, CSIR-NCL is committed to monitoring and mentoring the project to ensure its successful completion. Through this initiative, CSIR-NCL continues to demonstrate its dedication to advancing scientific research and fostering innovation in sustainable energy solutions.

Agharkar Research Institute (ARI): An institute established in 1946, is an autonomous, grant-in-aid research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. ARI has carried out pioneering R&D in the area of bioenergy. Anaerobic cellulolytic and methanogenic organisms from gobar gas plants were reported for the first time in India by the microbiology group of the ARI. As the co-lead of the Pune Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster (P-HVIC) project, ARI is involved in advising and implementing bio-route green hydrogen production technology

Chemdist: A Pune based Engineering and Technology company with an annual group turnover of ~ Rs. 100 Cr. The company is founded by the Chemical Engineers and doing successful business in the Chemical Process, Pharma, Oil & Gas, and Manufacturing since last 12 years. The company business is spread across 500 plus clients in and outside India. Chemdist has its own design, engineering, manufacturing, and erection capabilities. Chemdist will setup a bio-route based plant to produce 0.6 KTPA Green Hydrogen.

Chemdist Center of Excellence at IIT Guwahati is a research laboratory established by Chemdist at IIT Guwahati to conduct fundamental research and develop innovative technologies. The technology proposed in this Pilot- 1a, producing hydrogen and ethyl acetate from bio-ethanol, was developed at this CoE by Chemdist.

Matrix: The company executes natural gas supply projects and is a company promoted by M/S Gensol limited. Matrix Gas has developed Gas aggregation business with volumes of 100+ mmscm during last year by providing reliable and efficient solutions to Indian customers. Matrix will setup a electrolyser plant to produce 0.1 KTPA Green Hydrogen.

Eternis Chemicals: A Pune based Fine Chemicals manufacturing company with an annual operating revenue of Rs 500 Cr and with manufacturing sites near Pune and in the UK. It is one of the global top 10 aroma chemicals manufacturer, whose products find applications in almost every leading perfume brands. The chemicals are registered in the EU and are Kosher certified. Eternis is the off-taker of the green hydrogen produced through P-HVIC project. The hydrogen production plant will be setup inside the premises of Eternis Chemicals, MIDC Kurkumbh.

Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI): A government body established in 1966, is the leading automotive R&D organization in the country, set up by the Automotive Industry with the Government of India. ARAI is an autonomous body affiliated with the Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India. Recognized as a Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO) by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, ARAI plays a crucial role in advancing automotive research. In the Pune Hydrogen Valley Innovation Cluster (P-HVIC) project, ARAI will lead the mobility component. Through its research and development efforts, ARAI will ensure the development of two hydrogen-fuelled vehicles and their successful demonstration at a commercial scale.

VE Commercials Vehicles: VE involves in design, development and manufacturing of commercial vehicles. The company develops both conventional I.C. Engine and battery driven heavy commercial vehicles. The role of VE in the P-HVIC is to develop and test two hydrogen fuelled commercial vehicles.

Honda India: Honda is a Japan based Automotive manufacturing company and operating in India as Honda India. The company involves in research, development, and manufacturing of two wheelers and passenger cars. The company is also focussing on green initiatives to meet the decarbonisation goals of transportation sector. Honda will supply a fuel cell for the commercial vehicle and act as technology partner for fuel cell vehicle development.

M/s Sopan Engineering: Cluster partner to develop and supply hydrogen refuelling station.

Prasanna Purple is a well-established vehicle operating company in various states of the country. Prasanna Purple will operate the hydrogen buses developed in the Pilot- 2 of this project.

Pune Knowledge Cluster (PKC) is established by the Office of PSA. The PSA’s office aims to provide pragmatic and objective advice to the Prime Minister and cabinet on matters related to science, technology and innovation with a focus on application of science and technology in critical infrastructure, economic and social sectors in partnership with Government departments, institutions and industry. PKC will do outreach activities and skill-development programs as a part of P-HVIC project.