Hydrogen-producing nations told to put local use first

Hydrogen-producing nations told to put local use first

Hydrogen-producing nations should put local use of the green fuel ahead of exports, a conference in Dubai has been told. Francesco La Camera, director general of the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena), said making hydrogen a major global export commodity is only a medium to long term prospect. Instead, he said, hydrogen-producing nations should follow […]

Exports only in medium to long term

Local use ‘can drive economic growth’

Aim for inclusive hydrogen economy

Hydrogen-producing nations should put local use of the green fuel ahead of exports, a conference in Dubai has been told.

Francesco La Camera, director general of the International Renewable Energy Agency (Irena), said making hydrogen a major global export commodity is only a medium to long term prospect.

Instead, he said, hydrogen-producing nations should follow the UAE’s example and prioritise local use of the low-carbon fuel as a catalyst for green industrialisation.

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“Countries can drive economic growth through local sourcing and job creation and foster a comprehensive hydrogen value chain,” La Camera told the World Hydrogen Mena 2024 conference.

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