Jakson Green Gopalpur Project Gets CertifHy Precertification

Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited’s Green Ammonia Project Awarded Precertification Under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme

Brussels, Belgium, 31st of July 2026 – CertifHy, a leading scheme operator for renewable and low-carbon hydrogen and e-fuels certification, announces that Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited’s (JGGPL) renewable hydrogen and green ammonia project in Gopalpur, Odisha, India, has successfully achieved precertification under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme.

The project is designed as a renewable hydrogen and ammonia facility with the intention of targeting both global and domestic markets. Located in Gopalpur, Odisha, India, the project is expected to include an electrolyzer bank and a Haber-Bosch synthesis loop with a nameplate production capacity of 600 metric tons of green ammonia per day.

Hydrogen storage tanks at a renewable hydrogen and green ammonia facility – Jakson Green Gopalpur project precertified under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme — Renewable hydrogen and green ammonia production – illustrative image for the Jakson Green Gopalpur project precertification under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme.

Supporting Future Access to Global Markets

The project intends to target commercial operations being targeted for FY 2029-2030.

The precertification exercise assessed the project’s anticipated alignment with the requirements applicable under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBOs), as defined under the European Union regulatory framework, including the Renewable Energy Directive and its Delegated Regulations.

By undergoing precertification at an early development stage, JGGPL reinforces the project’s credibility toward investors, offtakers and future commercial partners seeking assurance regarding future alignment with European RFNBO requirements. We believe this exercise provides third parties with confidence regarding the project’s anticipated certification readiness and demonstrates commitment towards compliance with the European regulatory framework.

A Strategic Tool for Project Development and Market Positioning

As per CertifHy, Precertification is increasingly used by renewable hydrogen and ammonia developers as a strategic instrument to support Final Investment Decisions (FID), facilitate discussions with investors and offtakers, and strengthen positioning toward export markets requiring compliance with European sustainability requirements.

The precertification exercise combined an audit assessment conducted by SGS (Société Générale de Surveillance), acting as a Cooperating Certification Body under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme, together with advisory support provided by Hinicio.

Bakul Pant, Chief Commercial Officer of Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited, said:

“Achieving EU RFNBO precertification for our Gopalpur Green Ammonia Project represents an important milestone. This exercise reinforces the project’s readiness for future export markets. Our Odisha project is moving forward steadily to produce certified green ammonia targeted for FY 2029-30.”

Matthieu Boisson, Managing Director of CertifHy, said:

“Projects such as Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited’s initiative illustrate how certification is becoming a strategic enabler for the clean hydrogen economy. By engaging early with the requirements applicable to the European market, project developers can strengthen trust with investors and offtakers, facilitate future market access, and position their products to capture the value associated with verified renewable hydrogen and ammonia. At CertifHy, our mission is to make compliance practical, credible, and economically valuable for the industry.”

Hans-Werner Kulenkampff, CEO of Hinicio, said:

“We are proud to have supported Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited on its precertification journey. Addressing RFNBO certification requirements early helps developers reduce risk, make informed project decisions, and prepare for access to the European market. The Gopalpur project also demonstrates that these requirements can be successfully applied to projects developed outside Europe, helping build confidence in global renewable hydrogen and ammonia supply chains.”

Francesca Cerchia, Global Head of Climate Solutions at SGS, said:

“Precertification provides stakeholders with independent assessment on a project’s preparedness for future RFNBO certification, helping reduce uncertainty and accelerate decision-making. SGS is proud to support Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited as they advance their hydrogen ambition.”

About JGGPL: Jakson Green Gopalpur Private Limited (JGGPL) is owned by Jakson Green Limited to develop, build, own, and operate a 600 MTPD green ammonia production facility at Gopalpur Industrial Park, Odisha. Jakson Green brings expertise in renewable energy EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) and O&M (operations and maintenance), along with integrated capabilities in developing, owning, and operating green hydrogen, green ammonia, and renewable energy assets.

About CertifHy: Founded in 2014, CertifHy is a frontrunner in the realm of renewable hydrogen and e-fuels’ certification, providing a comprehensive suite of tools to empower stakeholders engaged in the energy transition. It operates two schemes — the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme (RFNBO Scope and Low-Carbon Scope) and the CertifHy Non-Governmental Certificate (NGC) Scheme — which aims to verify the sustainability and origin of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen and its derivatives. CertifHy also offers precertification, which familiarises companies with the data collection and documentation processes required for official certification, and an in-house e-learning platform — CertifHy Academy — to equip Economic Operators and Certification Bodies with the expertise needed to navigate the complex landscape of hydrogen certification. It fosters collaboration through its Stakeholder Platform, which invites representatives of the industry, government, and academia to shape the future development of hydrogen certification systems. Together, CertifHy’s robust certification schemes and knowledge-building resources pave the way for a cleaner energy future. For more information about the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme, visit: https://www.certifhy.eu/eu-rfnbo-scheme/

About Hinicio: Hinicio is a strategic and technical consulting firm specializing in the energy transition, mobility, and industrial sustainability. Recognized globally for its expertise in hydrogen and its derivatives, the firm services clients across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Since 2006, it has helped public and private organizations formulate their corporate and national strategies, develop public policies, make investment decisions, and execute complex projects related to hydrogen, ammonia, methanol, e-mobility, e-fuels, eSAF, and CCUS across the entire value chain. Over the past 15 years, Hinicio has contributed its expertise to more than 700 studies in over 35 countries. Hinicio is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium and has offices in Washington, D.C., Paris, Rotterdam, Santiago de Chile, and Bogota, with additional commercial representation in Mexico.

About SGS: SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource. SGS is publicly traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the ticker symbol SGSN (ISIN CH1256740924, Reuters SGSN.S, Bloomberg SGSN SW).