Sustainable Development Firm Arup Appoints Sachin Chugh As India Hydrogen Lead

Sustainable Development Consultancy Firm Arup Appoints Sachin Chugh As India Hydrogen Lead. Photo: Arup

London-based engineering and sustainable development consultancy Arup has appointed Sachin Chugh as the new Hydrogen Lead, in India. In his new role at Arup, Sachin will drive forward the firm’s hydrogen and energy portfolio, leveraging his extensive expertise to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving needs of their clients in India, said the company in a statement.

“We are excited to welcome Sachin Chugh to the Arup team. His experience and leadership in the field of energy will be instrumental in driving innovation and delivering sustainable solutions that align with our commitment to shaping a better world. With over 18 years of comprehensive experience at IndianOil Research and Development Centre, Sachin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in hydrogen and alternative energy solutions to his new role at Arup,” stated Mark Neller, Director.

Arup further stated that Sachin’s leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping Arup’s contributions to the sustainable development agenda, furthering its mission to create a more resilient and climate-conscious built environment including pioneering initiatives in the hydrogen value chain.

During his tenure at IndianOil, Sachin has had experience with strategic, policy-oriented, and R&D initiatives focused on alternative fuels, automotive emissions, and carbon management. That helped in advancements in hydrogen-blended CNG technologies, the establishment of cutting-edge fuel cell and electrolyser research laboratories, and the successful execution of demonstration programs on green hydrogen.

The energy paradigm in India is currently experiencing a profound transformation, fuelled by an increasing focus on sustainability, the uptake of renewable energy, and the emerging prominence of green hydrogen. As India considers an ambitious goal of producing 5 million metric tons (MMT) of green hydrogen by 2030, Arup is firmly dedicated to offering its expertise in policy formulation, engineering, and design to facilitate this journey. He also played a role in the introduction of the first fuel cell buses in Delhi for demonstration trials, showcasing the practical applications of emerging technologies in real-world operation.