State-owned GAIL (India) Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Accelera by Cummins, the zero-emissions division of Cummins Inc., to collaborate on clean energy initiatives and green technology in India. The agreement was formalized during India Energy Week 2025 in New Delhi, GAIL announced in a stock exchange filing.
The partnership will leverage Accelera’s expertise in new energy solutions and GAIL’s extensive natural gas infrastructure to explore opportunities in hydrogen production, blending, transportation, and storage, supporting India’s energy transition goals. With GAIL advancing its net-zero target from 2040 to 2035, this collaboration marks a significant step in the company’s sustainability efforts. Cummins Inc., known for its innovative powertrain, electric, and hydrogen solutions, aligns with GAIL’s mission to expand clean energy adoption.
GAIL is advancing its green hydrogen initiatives, commissioning a 10 MW Green Hydrogen unit at its Vijaipur plant in April 2024, with an electrolyzer supplied by Accelera by Cummins. The company has also successfully tested hydrogen blending in CNG and PNG networks, with plans to expand this initiative. In the biogas sector, GAIL currently operates a 5 TPD Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant in Ranchi and has ambitious plans to establish 26 more CBG plants across India within the next 3-4 years.
To strengthen its renewable energy portfolio, GAIL has formed strategic partnerships, including a collaboration with Leafiniti Bioenergy to develop 10 CBG plants. Additionally, the company is working with Coal India to produce Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) in West Bengal. Further expanding its clean energy footprint, GAIL is also part of a joint venture to establish a 500 KLPD grain-based ethanol plant in Rajasthan, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions. This collaboration with Accelera by Cummins underscores GAIL’s commitment to spearheading India’s clean energy transition while reinforcing the nation’s net-zero ambitions.
Accelera by Cummins, launched on March 8, 2023, is the zero-emissions technology brand of Cummins Inc., dedicated to accelerating the transition to a sustainable future across various industries. Under the leadership of President Amy Davis, Accelera offers a diverse portfolio of clean energy solutions, including hydrogen fuel cells, battery systems, e-axles, traction drives, and electrolyzers.
In its inaugural year, Accelera achieved significant milestones, such as commencing electrolyzer production in Fridley, Minnesota, supplying a 90-megawatt electrolyzer system for a waste-to-biofuels plant in Quebec, and collaborating with Blue Bird to deploy 1,000 electric school buses in the United States. Additionally, Accelera partnered with Daimler Truck and PACCAR to establish a joint venture aimed at localizing battery cell production in the U.S., with an investment ranging from $2 to $3 billion for a 21-gigawatt-hour factory. These initiatives underscore Accelera’s commitment to providing zero-emission power solutions and supporting the global shift toward decarbonization. GAIL (India) Ltd is the leading state-owned natural gas processing and distribution company in India, playing a pivotal role in the country’s energy sector.
Established in 1984, GAIL operates an extensive pipeline network for transporting natural gas and is involved in the production of petrochemicals, along with the development of renewable energy solutions. As a key player in India’s natural gas industry, GAIL has contributed significantly to the nation’s energy security by providing sustainable, cost-effective solutions across various sectors. The company is also focused on expanding its global presence through strategic partnerships and projects, with an emphasis on innovation and sustainability in its operations. Through its subsidiaries and collaborations, GAIL continues to strengthen its position as a critical component of India’s energy infrastructure.
