UAE's Initiative for Sustainable Hydrogen Future
Key Ideas
- UAE's Minister of Energy and Infrastructure collaborates with IPHE to draft new legislations supporting hydrogen production sustainability.
- The UAE aims to produce 1.4 million metric tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen annually by 2031, focusing on comprehensive regulations for the sector's growth.
- Hydrogen production costs have significantly reduced by 40 to 50 per cent, boosting sustainability and production efficiency.
- The UAE's efforts target establishing a roadmap and clear standards for the long-term sustainability of the hydrogen sector.
During Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, Suhail bin Mohammed Al Mazrouei, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure in the UAE, announced collaborative efforts with the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) to develop new legislations and policies supporting the sustainability of hydrogen production. These efforts aim to create a roadmap and clear standards for the hydrogen sector's long-term sustainability. The UAE plans to produce 1.4 million metric tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen annually by 2031 and is focusing on comprehensive regulations regarding production, transportation, and other aspects to position the country as a global producer and exporter of low-carbon hydrogen energy. Al Mazrouei highlighted the reduction in hydrogen production costs, which have decreased by 40 to 50 per cent, from USD 10 per kilogram to USD 5-6 per kilogram, further enhancing the sector's sustainability and production processes. The UAE's active participation in global partnerships and the Hydrogen Council through ADNOC and Masdar demonstrates the country's commitment to fostering a sustainable hydrogen future.