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Renewable industry coalition launches ‘policy charter’ to scale up green hydrogen
(EurActiv, 4 Mar 2021) The renewable hydrogen coalition has launched its policy charter, showing the steps needed to boost green hydrogen in Europe and give the continent an edge in the race for sustainable energy.
The coalition was launched last November to promote the uptake of renewable hydrogen – hydrogen produced from electrolysis powered by renewable sources – which will be essential to help decarbonise Europe.
“Renewable hydrogen will have a key role to play in a sustainable, efficient and modern EU energy system. It offers a great opportunity for Europe to stimulate green recovery, create jobs and be the global leader in clean energy technologies,” said Kadri Simson, the EU’s energy commissioner.
The new charter explores three areas: establishing markets for renewable hydrogen, scaling up the industry and infrastructure, and creating a working framework for renewable hydrogen in Europe.
To do this, the coalition wants to prioritise and accelerate renewable-based electrification, identify priority sectors and speed up the deployment of renewable energy generation in Europe.
Alongside this, they recommend investing in research and development, streamlining hydrogen investments to prevent money going to stranded assets and ensuring a level playing field between energy carriers.
EurActiv, 4 Mar 2021: Renewable industry coalition launches ‘policy charter’ to scale up green hydrogen
