The H2science conference held in Trondheim, Norway, brought together 132 hydrogen researchers and industry professionals to promote collaboration and innovation in hydrogen research. With the urgency of climate goals approaching, hydrogen is recognized as a key element in the energy transition due to its ability to decarbonize various sectors without greenhouse gas emissions. The conference highlighted the importance of research and innovation across the hydrogen value chain to unlock its full potential. Topics covered included production, safety, material integrity, transport, storage, end-use technologies, societal and environmental aspects, and international R&D initiatives. Both the EU and Norwegian government stress the need for continued investment in R&D to achieve renewable and low-carbon hydrogen economies. The event was organized by FME HYDROGENi to align with the Norwegian government's hydrogen roadmap, aiming to establish a national market for hydrogen production and use by 2050. The positive sentiment towards hydrogen was evident, with a focus on progress, collaboration, and sharing scientific results for a sustainable future. The next H2science conference is scheduled for 2026, continuing to drive advancements in hydrogen research.