Egypt and Norway Discuss Green Hydrogen Collaboration for Energy Transition
Key Ideas
  • Minister Badawi met with Norway's Ambassador and Scatec's Executive VP to discuss progress on green hydrogen project and enhance cooperation in energy transition.
  • Norway's expertise in energy technologies, green hydrogen, and low carbon is recognized for its contribution to the successes in the green hydrogen field in Egypt's petroleum sector.
  • Both parties expressed full support for implementing green hydrogen projects to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and promote green economy initiatives.
  • Efforts are directed towards increasing production, bridging gaps, and overcoming challenges at all levels to ensure the success of green energy projects in line with the government's strategy.
Minister Karim Badawi of Petroleum and Mineral Resources in Egypt recently engaged in discussions with Norway's Ambassador to Egypt, Hilde Klemetsdal, and Scatec's Executive Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa region, Mohamed Amer. The focus of the meeting was on the progress of a green hydrogen production project and ways to strengthen cooperation in energy transition and green energy initiatives. Minister Badawi praised Norway's companies for their expertise in energy transition technologies, green hydrogen, and low carbon solutions, acknowledging their role in the achievements of green hydrogen initiatives in Egypt's petroleum sector. He emphasized the importance of working together to address current challenges, increase production, and align with the shift towards a green economy. Minister Badawi reaffirmed the commitment of the petroleum sector to support the government's direction in establishing green hydrogen projects and enhancing energy efficiency while reducing carbon emissions. Ambassador Klemetsdal expressed readiness to collaborate on mutually beneficial projects between the two countries, highlighting the alignment of interests in completing successful ventures. The discussions underscored the shared commitment to advancing green energy projects, bridging technology gaps, and ensuring the success of initiatives in line with national and international environmental goals.
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