Unveiling France's Hydrogen Progress Towards 2024
Key Ideas
  • Hydrogen production capacity in France reached 35 MW in 2024, with a total capacity of 315 MW from projects in operation or under construction.
  • The mobility sector in France sees an expansion in hydrogen distribution infrastructure, with 80 stations in operation and plans for 91 more, along with 2,000 hydrogen-powered vehicles on the roads.
  • Energy-wise, hydrogen-based stationary systems witness significant growth, with 41 new installations in 2024 totaling 124 installations with a combined power capacity of 7 MW in France.
  • The hydrogen sector in France, with 16,400 jobs and a €2.4 billion turnover, is creating economic value and contributing €1 billion to the GDP, with the industry moving towards large-scale industrialization.
The Hyvolution trade show in France is the backdrop for France Hydrogène unveiling key statistics on the hydrogen deployment progress in the country for 2024. Despite economic and political challenges, the sector shows advancement with the commissioning of gigafactories and expansion of distribution infrastructures. In hydrogen production, the capacity reached 35 MW with ongoing projects totaling 315 MW. The mobility sector has 80 hydrogen distribution stations, 2,000 hydrogen-powered vehicles including taxis for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, and plans for more stations. The energy sector witnesses growth with 41 new hydrogen-based stationary systems installed in 2024, totaling 124. The hydrogen sector in France with 16,400 jobs, €2.4 billion turnover, and an economic impact of €1 billion on GDP is thriving. The industry progresses with new manufacturing plants and moves towards large-scale industrialization.
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