HySpeedInnovation a joint action plan for innovation and upscaling in the field of water electrolysis technology: position paper
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Industrialisation of water electrolysis (WE) technologies is considered a critical step for the large-scale implementation of clean hydrogen and deep-decarbonisation of our society. Moreover, Europe is strongly positioned to capture the economic value of the growing markets associated with clean hydrogen production. At the same time, the timeline set by the energy transition now requires a more coordinated effort. More cooperation across national and regional boundaries is required to prevent fragmentation of efforts while leveraging existing assets and fortifying our frontrunner position. This challenge is also being addressed by industry representatives, as it becomes clear from the EU industry association Hydrogen Europe calling for a Pan-European concerted effort for its 2×40 GW initiative. With this HySpeedInnovation Joint Action Plan, we as Europe’s RTOs propose to rally behind that call with state of the art innovation support through mobilisation of our (shared) research infrastructure, independent expertise, next generation technologies and facilities for testing, validation and monitoring. This is an absolute prerequisite to reach climate neutrality by 2050 or preferably earlier. Three sets of opportunities to accelerate the developments for upscaling of WE technologies have been identified that call for a joint action plan. These opportunities are: (i) Connecting Hydrogen labs; (ii) Setting clear performance standards; and (iii) Monitoring performance of subsidized pilots. For each opportunity, concrete steps have been identified that fall within the responsibilities of Europe’s RTOs.
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TNO Identifier
883013
Publisher
EU RTO
Collation
31 p.
Place of publication
Brussels