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Renewable and low-carbon hydrogen are critical for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors, and their rapid scale-up is essential to address the climate crisis. In addition, hydrogen can contribute to energy independence, thereby supporting Europe’s resilience. This transition also offers significant opportunities for value creation, particularly in countries with abundant renewable energy resources. However, hydrogen production is also associated with environmental and social risks. To mobilize investment and secure the support of all relevant actors, it is essential to realize opportunities throughout the value chain, while effectively managing the associated risks.

Clean hydrogen is moving from pilot projects to large-scale deployment, but bottlenecks are no longer only technological – they are regulatory, standardisation, and safety-related. Policymakers, industry, and financiers face fragmented frameworks across countries and regions, slowing investment and cross-border trade. Without harmonised standards, certification schemes, and clear safety protocols, hydrogen risks becoming a patchwork market, undermining cost competitiveness and public trust.

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