Empowering Low-carbon Hydrogen Sector Through Non-Fossil Electricity Advocacy
Key Ideas
  • Various associations and companies advocate for the recognition of Power Purchase Agreements with non-fossil electricity sources in the Low-carbon hydrogen delegated act.
  • Focus lies on utilizing all available non-fossil electricity sources, including nuclear-generated electricity, for hydrogen production despite it not being considered green.
  • The industry sees the upcoming act as a chance to boost the low-carbon hydrogen sector, promoting fair conditions for electrolytic hydrogen production and complementing e-fuels for heavy transport.
  • Signatories include key players from electrolysis, steel, energy, and research sectors, urging the European Commission to facilitate projects and turn the Fit for 55 package into reality.
In an open letter to the European Commission, various associations, federations, and companies, including France Hydrogène, Hydrogen Europe, EDF, and ArcelorMittal, among others, are advocating for the inclusion of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with non-fossil electricity sources in the Low-carbon hydrogen delegated act. PPAs are long-term renewable energy contracts that have gained popularity for decarbonizing electricity consumption. The signatories emphasize the importance of utilizing all non-fossil electricity sources, including nuclear-generated electricity, for hydrogen production despite the current green classification dilemma. They see the upcoming Low-carbon hydrogen delegated act as an opportunity to revitalize the industry by establishing fair conditions for low-carbon electrolytic hydrogen production, complementing Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) for heavy transport. This initiative is crucial for advancing projects in the sector's ramp-up phase and turning the Fit for 55 package into an industrial reality. The letter, addressed to Members of Parliament and Commissioners, also references the European Court of Auditors' report. Notable signatories include Hydrogen Europe, France Hydrogène, companies in electrolysis and steel industries, and players in green hydrogen production, energy, and research sectors. The call for fair conditions and support for hydrogen production extends to key players such as John Cockerill, McPhy, ArcelorMittal, Gravit’Hy, H2V, EDF, and CEA, along with several other French entities. The advocacy highlights the industry's focus on utilizing diverse non-fossil electricity sources to drive low-carbon hydrogen production and paves the way for a greener future.
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