The European Union is taking a stance against Chinese-manufactured hydrogen electrolysers in an effort to promote local production during the bloc's green transition. The European Commission will conduct a 1.2 billion euros auction through its hydrogen bank, introducing new 'resilience requirements' that will restrict the sourcing of electrolyser stacks from China to 25% of total capacity. This change aims to counter the oversupply of electrolysers from China, which poses a threat to European manufacturers. The EU seeks to protect its clean tech sector from Chinese competition, leveraging non-price criteria like emissions and cyber security in the auction process. The recent measures align with the EU's strategy to enhance local production and reduce dependencies on external suppliers. Failure to comply with the new guidelines may lead to a reduction in grant money or project termination. Moreover, the EU is also initiating a public consultation on defining low-carbon hydrogen, indicating a comprehensive approach to promote sustainable energy solutions. Industry stakeholders, including Hydrogen Europe and European manufacturers like Sunfire GmbH, have welcomed the move, considering it a pivotal moment for the hydrogen sector. The development signifies a shift towards prioritizing local manufacturing and safeguarding the region's technological leadership in the clean energy industry.