The German government is advancing its plan to develop a national hydrogen-based energy grid by 2032, with key transmission system operators submitting plans to build the network in Berlin. The proposed network will consist of pipelines totaling 9,666 kilometres, aiming to support the country's transition to green energy. Economy Minister Robert Habeck hailed the submission of these plans as a crucial step in building essential infrastructure, referring to it as the 'motorways of the hydrogen network.' The grid's development will provide planning security for hydrogen producers, power plant operators, storage providers, and consumers. The network will gradually connect hydrogen consumption and production centers, storage facilities, and import points by 2032. The German hydrogen grid, with an estimated cost of €19.7 billion, is expected to play a significant role in decarbonizing industries like steel. The core network will be pivotal for the successful ramp-up of hydrogen in Germany. The plan includes goals for regional equality, integration into the European grid, and private sector financing. The government aims to ensure even distribution of hydrogen across the country, addressing infrastructure gaps in regions like Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, and Saxony. Initial financing will be handled through user charges, with government support for unforeseeable developments. The cabinet is set to adopt a hydrogen import strategy, and some pipeline sections will receive subsidies to facilitate the transition to green hydrogen.