APEC Cooperation on Clean Hydrogen for Sustainable Energy Future
Key Ideas
- APEC member economies are collaborating to incorporate clean and low-carbon hydrogen into the region's sustainable energy future.
- Challenges like cost competitiveness and infrastructure delays need to be addressed for the widespread adoption of clean hydrogen.
- The workshop emphasized the importance of government support, international cooperation, and women's roles in advancing hydrogen technologies.
- A call to action was made for continued collaboration among APEC economies to lead the global clean energy transition.
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) member economies are joining forces to leverage clean and low-carbon hydrogen as a crucial element in the region's sustainable energy landscape. During a workshop in Lima hosted by APEC Peru 2024, stakeholders discussed strategies, challenges, and opportunities related to integrating hydrogen into the energy mix. The focus is on creating actionable roadmaps with clear targets and market-driven indicators to scale up clean hydrogen production. Peru's Minister of Energy and Mines highlighted the pivotal role of energy resources in the transition towards sustainable development. However, challenges like cost competitiveness and infrastructure development delays remain. Experts emphasized the need for harmonized regulatory frameworks and government support to drive hydrogen technology adoption. The importance of cross-border collaboration and the role of women in the hydrogen and renewable energy sectors were significant discussion points. Despite uncertainties, there was optimism about reducing costs through technological advancements and economies of scale. A call to action was made for continued collaboration and innovation to lead the global clean energy transition.