Is hydrogen the future for Scotland?

Is hydrogen the future for Scotland?

Hydrogen is a trending topic in any discussion of the energy transition. Blue hydrogen (from methane) is viewed as a potential transition fuel as we move to a low carbon economy. The OGA strategy which came into force in February requires licensees to ensure that technologies are deployed to enable hydrogen supply projects to be developed. But what would hydrogen be used for and is there a market for it?

In December, the Scottish Government published its Hydrogen Policy Statement and Scottish Hydrogen Assessment which envisages Scotland as a leading Hydrogen Nation. The key target sectors are industry, transport and heat. They have high energy demand and are both difficult to decarbonise and a priority for decarbonisation.