German utility EnBW has committed €1 billion to develop pipelines for clean hydrogen, forming part of a plan to establish a nationwide grid by 2032. The country, a leader in the EU's transition to cleaner energy, views green hydrogen as a crucial alternative to fossil fuels. This move is particularly vital given Germany's heavy reliance on industry for a large portion of its economic output. The transition gained urgency post the disruption in gas supply from Russia, prompting a shift towards domestic production capacity and imports to meet hydrogen demands. The initiative includes plans for gas-to-power plants capable of utilizing hydrogen, with major players like Thyssenkrupp, Salzgitter, and ArcelorMittal investing heavily in decarbonization through green hydrogen. Utility companies like RWE and Uniper are also at the forefront, with significant investments in electrolysis and hydrogen-ready gas-to-power capacity. However, the transition comes at a substantial cost, with estimates reaching €65-80 billion by 2030, primarily funded by utility companies, consumers, and tax revenues. Importantly, Germany's reliance on imports for hydrogen is driven by the need to access cheaper production costs from countries with abundant renewable resources and low labor costs. The country is forging partnerships with various regions globally for hydrogen supply, including existing ties with Britain, Norway, and the Netherlands, and new collaborations with southern Europe, North Africa, and other countries like Australia, Canada, and Chile. Notably, other nations like the UK, Denmark, Norway, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, the US, and China are also making significant investments in hydrogen production, indicating a global shift towards cleaner energy sources.