Draghi Report confirms hydrogen as a key technology and stresses the importance of R&I to keep Europe at the forefront
The Draghi Report on the future of European competitiveness, published on Monday 9 September, emphasizes the critical role of hydrogen in driving the EU’s green transition and maintaining its industrial leadership and acknowledges the role of partnerships between public and private sectors is critical to accelerate technology development. The report also highlights hydrogen valleys, a key concept at the core of Clean Hydrogen Partnership’s strategic research and innovation agenda, as drivers of growth in the regions.
The key recommendations regarding hydrogen include:
- Scaling up Hydrogen Production: The report calls for increased investment in green hydrogen production, especially through electrolysis powered by renewable energy sources.
- Infrastructure Development: Establishing a robust hydrogen infrastructure is highlighted as a priority. This includes building pipelines, storage facilities, and cross-border networks to facilitate hydrogen trade within Europe and beyond. The goal is to ensure that hydrogen can be widely used in various sectors, such as transportation, energy, and industry.
- Regulatory and Financial Support: The report stresses the need for favorable regulatory frameworks and financial incentives to boost hydrogen innovation and adoption. It also suggests simplifying permitting processes and creating clearer standards for hydrogen production and use.
- Collaboration and Innovation: Encouraging partnerships between public and private sectors is critical to accelerate hydrogen technology development. The report urges the EU to support research initiatives that could drive breakthroughs in hydrogen storage, efficiency, and distribution. Collaboration with and among regions is also highlighted. The EU must ensure that more cities and regions can participate in the sectors that will drive future growth, building on existing initiatives such as Hydrogen Valleys.
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