The episode of The Hydrogen Podcast takes a global look at hydrogen innovation and policy, covering events from the World Hydrogen North America Conference in Houston to significant funding announcements in Europe and breakthroughs in the U.S. The conference in Houston featured discussions on financing hydrogen and investment outlook, with ExxonMobil presenting on blue hydrogen at scale. The EU has launched a substantial €600 million Hydrogen & CCS Infrastructure Fund to support large-scale cross-border projects focusing on hydrogen pipelines, electrolyzers, and CO2 storage, aiming to create jobs and contribute to the EU's hydrogen targets. Fourier's Modular Electrolyzer, inspired by data centers, offers compact 1-MW systems for hydrogen production at a reduced cost, targeting industries like pharma, ceramics, and petrochem. The company's innovative approach has attracted significant funding and profit projections. The global impact of these developments includes ExxonMobil's $1.8 billion blue hydrogen project, EU projects totaling $660 million in revenue, and Fourier's funding of $18.5 million with projected profits. These projects are expected to create over 2,000 jobs, further enhancing the growth of the hydrogen economy. The episode emphasizes the importance of strategy, scale, and innovation in driving the hydrogen sector forward, catering to various professionals in the industry.