A recent report by Norwegian consultancy DNV, commissioned by the Climate Neutrality Foundation, suggests that Germany should explore the utilization of direct reduced iron to produce hydrogen for its backup power plants. This unconventional method, known as 'Iron-to-Hydrogen,' presents a potentially cost-effective and safe alternative for sourcing green hydrogen. The process involves producing direct reduced iron in countries with abundant renewable energy sources, transporting it to Germany, and then converting it to release hydrogen for electricity generation. The report highlights that this approach, while promising, is less energy-efficient compared to domestic green hydrogen production or ammonia imports. Although green hydrogen is crucial for reducing emissions in sectors like heavy industry and aviation, concerns persist regarding its scalability and costs. This has led the German government to consider importing the fuel due to challenges in scaling up local renewable electricity production. The report emphasizes the need for further maturation of the 'Iron-to-Hydrogen' technology, as it has the potential to offer a cost-effective solution for Germany's energy needs while contributing to decarbonization efforts.