Germany's cabinet approved two draft bills focusing on hydrogen and carbon capture technologies to accelerate the country's energy transition and industrial decarbonization. Recognizing the importance of these technologies in achieving carbon neutrality by 2045, the government aims to support carbon-intensive industries through the deployment of carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. The new bill for CCS includes provisions for creating a legal framework for CO2 pipeline infrastructure and allowing storage in the North Sea or inland. On the other hand, the Hydrogen Acceleration Law is designed to streamline permitting procedures, prioritize hydrogen infrastructure projects, and promote the use of renewable energy in electrolysis. This legislation aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in sectors like steel and chemicals while decreasing reliance on imported fossil fuels. Germany plans substantial public funding to procure green hydrogen and derivatives, ensuring financial security for investors in the hydrogen network. The country's energy industry, however, has raised concerns about the absence of provisions for speeding up the construction of new natural gas power plants for future hydrogen conversion. Overall, the focus on hydrogen and carbon capture represents a positive step towards sustainable energy and industrial development in Germany.