China Petroleum and Chemical Corp. (Sinopec) announced the completion of the nation's first factory-based seawater hydrogen production research project in Qingdao, Shandong province. This innovative project integrates direct seawater hydrogen production with green electricity, utilizing a floating photovoltaic power station to electrolyze seawater into green hydrogen and oxygen. The produced hydrogen is then incorporated into the refinery's operations and used to fuel hydrogen-powered vehicles within the factory. The initiative signifies China's commitment to clean energy technology and sustainable resource utilization, positioning the country as a global leader in green hydrogen production. Industry experts believe that with the declining costs, policy support, and technological advancements, green hydrogen is set to dominate China's hydrogen supply by 2060. Despite challenges such as seawater's complex composition and corrosive nature, Sinopec has developed specialized equipment and processes to address these technical bottlenecks. By overcoming hurdles like electrode corrosion and low electrolytic efficiency, the project is paving the way for large-scale industrial applications of seawater hydrogen production in the future. China's coastal regions, rich in wind, solar, and seawater resources, offer a strategic advantage for producing green hydrogen using renewable electricity, fostering the development of the hydrogen energy industry.