Public discussions on clean hydrogen have largely centered on supply-side policies. However, suppliers continue to face challenges in securing firm offtake agreements. This report explores the role of demand support instruments in stimulating the demand for clean hydrogen. It assesses thirteen key risks faced by potential offtakers and analyzes thirty-one demand-side instruments that can mitigate these risks across nine hard-to-abate sectors. The report features case studies […]
Africa holds immense promise for low-cost renewable hydrogen production. Yet Africa’s diversity means countries have different starting points for developing a hydrogen economy and driving green industrialization.This research introduces a comprehensive framework to evaluate countries’ readiness, incorporating five key dimensions: water and renewable energy potential; national hydrogen commitment; domestic anchor demand; country risk; and export infrastructure. Through an innovative country clustering analysis, this report identifies three groupings with potential for hydrogen market creation: front runners; momentum builders; and strong foundation. Concrete policy recommendations are made for each group and case studies illustrate the outcomes.
Clean hydrogen is set to become a critical pillar of the global transition towards net-zero greenhouse gas emissions. In this context, Kenya has identified renewable hydrogen as a strategic opportunity for sustainable socio-economic development, as outlined in its 2023 national hydrogen strategy. This H2Global report explores concrete business cases for renewable hydrogen-based ammonia production in […]
Due to the nascent stage of hydrogen markets, efficient support allocation mechanisms like auctions are critical. Auctions enable competitive price discovery, helping stakeholders make informed decisions, and connect hydrogen supply with demand. Beyond price optimization, auctions are instrumental in advancing other objectives. The report identifies 22 distinct objectives, grouped into four thematic clusters: scaling, domestic […]
This report examines the role of hydrogen hubs as pivotal enablers of demand within the hydrogen economy, exploring their potential to bridge existing gaps that impede market growth. By anchoring clean hydrogen production and distribution within these hubs, industries can synergize efforts, promote shared infrastructure, and drive down costs through economies of scale.In this report, […]
The transition to a global hydrogen economy is critical for achieving net-zero emissions and decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors. Midstream hydrogen infrastructure—including pipelines, import terminals, reconversion facilities, and underground hydrogen storage—is projected to be the backbone of this transition, enabling large-scale trade and supply chain integration. However, this infrastructure faces a particularly large investment gap. This report […]
Report language: German) The project "Gas Infrastructure in Southeast Europe and North Africa" analyzed the hydrogen production potential from renewable energies, the use of existing gas infrastructure for hydrogen, and possible applications in countries along corridors A and E of the European Hydrogen Backbone (EHB). An analysis of the Net-Energy-Climate Plans and the expansion potential […]