The Nepal Forum of Science Journalists (NFSJ) recently organized the sixth episode of 'Meet The Scientist' in Kathmandu, focusing on the opportunities and challenges of hydrogen energy in Nepal. Dr. Bishnu P. Bastakoti, an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at North Carolina A&T State University, highlighted the potential of hydrogen in reducing global carbon emissions and emphasized its role in transitioning to renewable energy sources for a sustainable future. He explained the technical aspects of hydrogen energy production and its various applications in industries like fuel cells, engines, and turbines. Dr. Bastakoti underlined the importance of research and collaboration for the commercialization of hydrogen energy. The event shed light on Nepal's suitable environment for hydrogen production due to its abundant water resources, with Kathmandu University already delving into research on hydrogen energy. Different types of hydrogen production methods were discussed, including green hydrogen produced from renewable energy sources, blue hydrogen from Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) with carbon capture, brown hydrogen from coal gasification, and grey hydrogen from SMR. Dr. Bastakoti stressed the significance of public awareness and government policies to promote the use of hydrogen fuel in vehicles. The interaction involved contributions from experts like Dr. Ram Lama and Santosh Mani Nepal, emphasizing the need for more research on hydrogen energy applications and the importance of collaboration between the government, institutions, and the private sector. The event concluded with a call for increased efforts in promoting hydrogen energy in Nepal, emphasizing the benefits of utilizing hydrogen as a clean and sustainable energy source.