The German government has announced an import strategy to strengthen the country's national hydrogen market and meet the predicted hydrogen demand of 95 to 130 terawatt hours (TWh) by 2030. The strategy includes plans to import hydrogen derivates like ammonia and methanol, expand import infrastructures, and partner with other countries for regional and international cooperation. It aims to cover a large portion of Germany's hydrogen needs through imports, particularly for industries such as steel, materials, petrochemicals, and power plants. By 2045, demand is expected to reach 360 to 500 TWh for hydrogen and around 200 TWh for hydrogen derivatives, with a focus on 'low-carbon' blue hydrogen to bridge the gap. The strategy complements the national hydrogen strategy, emphasizing the need for quick implementation, prioritization of measures, and the development of international certification systems. While industry associations support the strategy, environmental groups like DUH and Greenpeace criticize it for not prioritizing green hydrogen and relying on fossil fuel-derived blue hydrogen, stating it could increase overall energy demand and hinder climate change efforts.