Catalonia Bets Big on Green Hydrogen: Experts Outline the Path Forward

Catalonia's Green Hydrogen Future: Experts Discuss Key Investments and Opportunities Catalonia, Spain – The future of green hydrogen in Catalonia is taking center stage as two crucial investments are set to propel its advancement. Experts from various sectors recently convened to discuss the role of green hydrogen in the region's ecological and energy transition. The discussion, part of a Focus On series by ON Economia, highlighted the challenges and potential of green hydrogen. Luis Travesedo, Moeve CCE H2 Project Manager, emphasized the fundamental role of green hydrogen in decarbonization, stating, "The role of green hydrogen is fundamental because not everything can be electrified." This underscores the need for alternative energy solutions beyond electrification. Miguel Antonio Peña, secretary of the Spanish Association of Green Hydrogen (AeH2), focused on the critical need for affordable green hydrogen. He stated, "The big problem is finding a user for this green hydrogen at an accessible price." This highlights the economic viability aspect of the transition. Albert Ballbé, a senior consultant from ACCIO, the Catalan government's competitiveness agency, discussed the strategic importance of green hydrogen for Catalonia's industrial sector, focusing on emission reduction efforts. The discussion also covered the potential of carbon capture technology as a temporary solution, while emphasizing the long-term role of green hydrogen. The panel discussion offered valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges of green hydrogen, painting a picture of a promising energy future for Catalonia, provided economic and infrastructural hurdles can be overcome.