Singapore has inaugurated the Centre for Hydrogen Innovations (CHI) Laboratory to accelerate the translation of hydrogen research into practical applications for scaling and commercialization. The city-state is aiming to leverage low-carbon hydrogen to decarbonize its economy, with a target of having hydrogen account for 50% of its energy needs by 2050. CHI, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia, is facilitating small and medium-sized enterprises in developing prototypes and conducting tests to bring hydrogen technologies to real-world settings. The Centre, initially established virtually in 2022, has already supported more than 17 projects with grants amounting to $4.2 million to drive advancements in hydrogen research. These projects are focused on local green hydrogen production, storage, ammonia cracking, and energy-efficient power generation. Noteworthy is a project that received $8 million in funding for developing a system to crack and combust ammonia for power generation efficiently. Collaborations with industry players like Siemens Energy and government support are crucial in scaling up these projects to the pilot stage. Additionally, efforts are underway to build a talent pipeline by introducing specialized courses for adult learners and undergraduates to equip them with the necessary skills for the expanding hydrogen economy. The Energy Market Authority (EMA) and Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) have also initiated a project for ammonia bunkering and power generation, aiming to generate electricity using low- or zero-carbon ammonia. The government plans to select a lead developer for the project by the first quarter of 2025. Dr. Tan emphasized the importance of preparing a skilled workforce to embrace the opportunities presented by low-carbon technologies across various sectors like energy, chemical storage, marine bunkering, power generation, and aviation, to drive Singapore towards a sustainable future.