H2 MEET 2024: Driving Korea's Global Leadership in Hydrogen Innovation
Key Ideas
  • H2 MEET 2024, the largest international hydrogen exhibition in Korea, gathered 317 companies and organizations from 24 countries to discuss the development of the hydrogen economy and global cooperation.
  • The event showcased the latest technologies and trends in hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and utilization, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen as a key energy source for climate change response and energy security.
  • Experts predict rapid growth in the global hydrogen industry by 2030, with the clean hydrogen market expected to grow from $642 billion in 2030 to $1.4 trillion by 2050, urging countries to invest in hydrogen strategies, infrastructure, and R&D.
  • The event highlighted Korea's leading role in the hydrogen economy, with initiatives such as hydrogen laws, promoting hydrogen vehicles, clean hydrogen power generation, and high-level cooperation with key countries, driving the country's advancement as a hydrogen industry leader.
The H2 MEET 2024, held in Goyang, South Korea, opened its doors to 317 companies and organizations from 24 countries to discuss the hydrogen economy's development and global cooperation. The event emphasized the vital role of hydrogen as a key energy source for addressing climate change and ensuring energy security. With a focus on showcasing the latest technologies and trends in hydrogen production, storage, transportation, and utilization, the event also featured the 'H2 MEET Conference' with over 150 speakers from the global hydrogen industry. Chairperson Nam-hoon Kang highlighted the importance of hydrogen in combating global warming and addressing the energy supply crisis. Experts predict significant growth in the global hydrogen industry in the coming years, urging countries to invest in hydrogen infrastructure and research. Korea, at the forefront of the hydrogen economy, has introduced pioneering initiatives such as hydrogen laws and plans to supply 300,000 hydrogen vehicles by 2030. The country aims to expand cooperation with key nations like the U.S. and Japan, positioning itself as a global leader in the hydrogen sector. The event also recognized the bold investments by companies like Hyundai Motor Group and Korea Zinc in advancing hydrogen technologies and infrastructure. Moreover, local governments are actively contributing to the hydrogen economy by promoting projects such as constructing hydrogen economy cities and developing clean hydrogen production hubs. Overall, H2 MEET 2024 aims to foster global cooperation and innovation in the hydrogen industry, offering a platform for knowledge exchange and networking opportunities. By merging with H2WORLD, the event has evolved into a top global hydrogen industry exhibition, providing practical avenues for Korean companies to engage in public-private partnerships and global collaborations.
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