China has taken a significant step towards transitioning to a low-carbon hydrogen economy with the issuance of guidelines by the government to promote the use of low-carbon hydrogen in industrial sectors. The plan, spearheaded by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), aims to accelerate the deployment of low-carbon hydrogen by stimulating demand and reducing costs. China is pushing towards meeting its targets of producing 100,000-200,000 metric tons per year of renewables-based hydrogen by 2025, with state-owned energy companies like Sinopec leading the way. However, challenges such as low demand and high costs persist, hindering the industry's growth. The MIIT's plan lays out specific targets to be achieved by 2027, including the widespread adoption of low-carbon hydrogen in sectors like steel, ammonia synthesis, methanol synthesis, and refining. Moreover, the plan emphasizes the need for more demonstration projects in the transportation and power sectors to create innovative use cases for low-carbon hydrogen in areas such as shipping, aviation, rail transit, power generation, and energy storage. By 2027, China aims to showcase a variety of applications for low-carbon hydrogen across different industries, paving the way for a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. This initiative aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, positioning China as a key player in the transition to a greener energy landscape.