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>25,000
Prototype Test.
35 Act. - 39 Dev.
6,500
6,500
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35 Act. - 39 Dev.
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>25,000
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IPHE members welcome Croatia and Mauritania as new members
27 February 2025
Grenoble, 27 February 2025 – As part of its growth, IPHE is delighted to welcome Croatia and Mauritania as new members. This brings the total number of members to 27, representing more than 80% of global GDP and main hydrogen markets.
Rebecca Maserumule, Chair of IPHE, commented on Croatia: “Croatia has several strategic advantages that make it an important player in the hydrogen economy, from its renewable energy potential to its location in Europe’s energy network. By developing hydrogen infrastructure and fostering international collaboration, Croatia could become a key contributor to Europe's clean energy transition.”
Laurent Antoni, Executive Director of IPHE, remarked on Mauritania: “Mauritania has significant advantages for becoming a key player in the global hydrogen economy. From its abundant renewable energy resources to its strategic position for exporting hydrogen, the country is well-placed to play an important role in the global energy transition. With international partnerships, government support, and investments in infrastructure, Mauritania could emerge as a major supplier of green hydrogen to Europe and beyond, while benefiting from the economic and environmental opportunities associated with this growing sector.”
An official from Croatia said: "The Republic of Croatia is honoured to have been invited to join the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy. Rapid changes and growing challenges define times when technology has become the main driver of productivity and competitiveness. In this regard, the Republic of Croatia recognizes the importance of FCH technologies that can enable clean energy systems, enhance energy security, help address EU and national environmental goals, and contribute to economic growth. The Partnership is an important step forward in facilitating the development and deployment of fuel cell and hydrogen (FCH) technologies in the economy. The Republic of Croatia looks forward to engaging and working with the IPHE to better understand the challenges and options in the effective use of fuel cells and hydrogen in the economy."
An official from Mauritania said: "Mauritania is firmly committed to advancing the global green hydrogen economy and recognizes the importance of international cooperation in shaping sustainable energy policies. By joining the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE), we reaffirm our dedication to fostering a transparent, robust, and investor-friendly regulatory framework that supports the development of green hydrogen projects while ensuring long-term economic and environmental benefits.”
The inclusion of Croatia and Mauritania within IPHE strengthens global efforts to accelerate the development of hydrogen in the economy, leveraging their unique resources, strategic locations and knowledge, and commitment to clean energy solutions.
For further information, please contact the IPHE Secretariat at secretariat@iphe.net
IPHE members welcome Saudi Arabia and Uruguay as new members
21 November 2024
Brussels, 21 November 2024 – During the 42nd IPHE Steering Committee Meeting held in Brussels, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay became members. With these new members, IPHE is further expanding its global network and enhancing its ability to foster collaboration on a global scale. Each of these countries brings unique opportunities, and we are eager to work together toward achieving our collective goals.
Rebecca Maserumule, Chair of IPHE, said: “The addition of Saudi Arabia and Uruguay to our organization marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide neutral, reliable information and foster global collaboration. Their membership strengthens our ability to monitor, share, and enable the development of a global clean hydrogen market, ensuring that our efforts continue to reach more countries and communities in need of transparent, trustworthy resources.”
Laurent Antoni, Executive Director of IPHE, added: “The inclusion of Saudi Arabia and Uruguay is a powerful boost to IPHE. Their participation will enrich our working groups with diverse perspectives and expertise, strengthening our ability to provide strategic guidance and collaborative solutions. Together, we will continue to drive meaningful progress, shaping a more informed and interconnected global clean hydrogen community.”
For further information, please contact the IPHE Secretariat at secretariat@iphe.net
Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Seminar
14-16 January 2025
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Joint declaration between IPHE and UNIDO to accelerate hydrogen adoption in developing economies
13 May 2024
Rotterdam, 13 May 2024 – In a significant step towards advancing clean and sustainable energy solutions globally, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the International Partnership on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) signed a joint declaration. This landmark declaration was signed on the sidelines of the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam.
The joint declaration, signed by Gunther BEGER, UNIDO Managing Director, and Laurent ANTONI, Executive Director of IPHE, highlights the shared commitment of both organizations to promote the uptake of hydrogen, especially in industrial applications, across developing countries, emerging economies, and those in transition. It emphasizes collaboration in several key areas:
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Awareness and Capacity Building: Enhancing awareness, exchanging knowledge, and building capacities on hydrogen policies, skills development, standards, and technologies to support its uptake in industry, transport, and energy sectors.
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SDG Roadmap for Hydrogen: Assessing and identifying best practices to maximize the social value of the hydrogen economy through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Roadmap for Hydrogen.
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Promotion of Hydrogen Technologies: Jointly promoting hydrogen technologies and their applications in various industries through events, global forums, and other collaborative activities.
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Pilot Projects and Industrial Decarbonization: Supporting pilot projects for hydrogen applications in industry and facilitating the development of hydrogen industrial clusters and value chains to contribute towards industry decarbonization efforts.
Laurent ANTONI, IPHE Executive Director, stated, "This partnership demonstrates how international collaboration is needed to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen technologies in developing economies, thereby contributing to a just transition."
This partnership between UNIDO and IPHE marks a crucial step towards harnessing the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source, particularly in regions striving for sustainable industrial development. Through shared expertise and concerted efforts, both organizations aim to accelerate the global transition towards a hydrogen-based economy.
For further information, please contact the IPHE Secretariat at secretariat@iphe.net
IPHE position paper on impact of atmospheric hydrogen on climate change
09 May 2024
Hydrogen (H2) has an important role to play in the transition to a clean energy economy, particularly in reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, in achieving global climate objectives and the transition to a net zero economy, as well as supporting energy security and resilience and providing economic benefits.
However, when present in the atmosphere, hydrogen reacts with other gases and prolongs the lifetime of GHGs like methane (CH4). Therefore, additional anthropogenic releases of hydrogen into the atmosphere can have indirect global warming impacts.In order to maximize hydrogen’s positive potential, it is crucial to manage H2 emissions, which can dampen the climate change mitigation potential of using clean hydrogen in its main applications.
By learning historical lessons from methane (CH4) emissions and being proactive and transparent in addressing the issue early, the benefits of hydrogen can be maximized while minimizing the economic and environmental drawbacks associated with emissions. This position paper examines the topic and discusses potential measures to minimize climate impacts.