• Examining the actual state of ongoing projects in the EU, focusing on development pipelines and the tangible progress in the sector, answering 'which projects are mostly likely to go to market?' and exploring potential disruptions to those projects.
• An examination of the challenges in sourcing sufficient renewable energy for green hydrogen projects, with 578TWh of renewable electricity required for RePowerEU's target of producing ten million tonnes of green hydrogen by 2030.
• Analyzing the implications of new green hydrogen projects on the power grid, with a focus on their scalability and the practical challenges they present to existing infrastructure.

• Bringing together the key stakeholders in the European Commission's groundbreaking pilot auction for renewable hydrogen production, launched in November 2023, and exploring its strategic role in stimulating the hydrogen economy.
• Analyzing the auction's objectives to reduce cost gaps, foster market formation, de-risk projects, and streamlining administrative processes, pivotal for the EU's green transition.
• A deep-dive into the progress of the auctions, including the number of applicants, potential winners if announced, and tips for those due to apply for funding.

• A deep dive into Denmark's first Power-to-X tender, which distributed approximately €167.7 million in state support for green hydrogen production, as part of Denmark's strategy to achieve 4-6 GW of electrolysis capacity by 2030.
• A look at the winning projects, discussing their diverse needs and facility sizes, as well as reflecting on why they won, and how similar applicants can maximise their chances of winning funding.
• Outlining next steps and the post-tender phase, with winners having a four-year timeframe to build and operationalise their facilities, with several projects aiming to be ready for commissioning as early as 2026.

• Addressing the challenges faced by green H2 projects in securing offtake and identifying sectors with highest demand (and willingness to pay)
• Should you start with the offtaker or the project?
• Examining latest solutions for securing 100% matched renewable power supply
• Strategies for dealing with power price risk in green H2 projects. Who is best placed to manage this risk and what can each party bring to the table?
• Cost effective management of renewable power to improve LCOH

• Examining the current and upcoming regulations that impact green shipping corridors, and how these policies are shaping collaborations and strategies, with many nations now looking to achieve net zero shipping by 2050.
• Insight into how ports are adapting their infrastructure for hydrogen and their strategies for dealing with hydrogen as a key component of green shipping. By 2050, up to 42% of the total hydrogen demand in the EU could be located in port areas, necessitating a radical acceleration in deploying hydrogen infrastructure within these ecosystems​
• How to effectively collaborate between ports, shipping companies, and producers of hydrogen carriers, including LOHCs and ammonia.

Join us for an update on the latest developments from Norway's forefront in sustainable energy transition. We’ll present the Arctic Cluster Team and include the latest news from the Arctic Hydrogen Valley, where several producers of green hydrogen are emerging and industrial use cases have led to strong collaboration and partnerships. See how the cluster activity and network projects like the Arctic Hydrogen Corridor contribute to develop the value chain. Explore groundbreaking achievements in carbon capture, with Norway leading as the first globally to pilot carbon capture from process industries. We’ll include updates on the development of battery industry within the cluster, and you’ll also learn more about unique testing opportunities within the Norwegian Catapult infrastructure and the Sustainable Energy Catapult Center. Join us as we unravel the vibrant landscape of open innovation in Arctic Cluster Team - ACT, where industrial partners, investors, entrepreneurs, educators and the R&D community are co-creating a sustainable and eco-friendly future.

• A exploration of how close a large scale transition from coal to hydrogen actually is, and what more is needed to eliminate the 9% of global emissions steel is responsible for.
• Discussing the impact of the expected rise in electricity demand for steel production to 1,850 TWh by 2050 and the essential role of green hydrogen in cutting CO2 emissions.
• Discussing the cost implications of transitioning to hydrogen, with the transition for steelmakers in Europe requiring an estimated $130 billion of investment (before grants).

• A deep dive into gas distributors concerns about transition from natural gas, and the potential of various gases to replace it. Is green hydrogen the best solution they see, or could alternatives like biomethane make more sense?
• With analysis showing that just a 5% blending target would require about 50 TWh of hydrogen (a significant share of the 132 TWh EU production targeted by 2030) is blending hydrogen the best use of a limited supply?
• Weighing up both the costs of production with the cost of infrastructure upgrades vs. alternatives gases, as although we may see hydrogen blending up to 20% in future, it is more expensive and both pipelines and customer appliances may need to be replaced

• Exploring the role of ammonia in the hydrogen value chain, and its emerging use cases to decarbonise industry.
• Examining how hydrogen developers can work together with ammonia producers or users to solve common challenges, and understand how Ammonia can function as a catalyst for Green Hydrogen production
• Discussing the expectations of investors, and what these key players need to when deploying finance in ammonia projects.

In 2022, Locogen and the ARBIKIE distillery secured UK Government innovation funding with to implement a green hydrogen energy system at their distillery. The system includes a 1 MW wind turbine, electrolyser, hydrogen storage, and hydrogen boiler. It is a collaborative effort between the Arbikie Distillery, Locogen and Logan Energy. The implementation of hydrogen will help the distillery transition from conventional distilling methods to utilizing on-site zero-carbon green hydrogen.

• The key components of the green hydrogen energy system such as the 1MW Wind turbine electrolysers, hydrogen storage, and hydrogen boiler
• The shift from conventional distilling methods to on-site zero-carbon green hydrogen utilisation Challenges faced during the implementation process, and showcasing the strategies integrated to overcome these challenges
• The improvements in efficiency, environmental impact, and benefits from the transition

Join us for a relaxed evening of networking and celebration at our post-event drinks reception. It's the perfect opportunity to reflect on the day's insights, forge new connections, and discuss the future of green hydrogen. Interested in elevating your brand's presence? This gathering is available for sponsorship, offering a prime platform to showcase your commitment to a sustainable future and status as a green hydrogen leader. Available to Sponsor

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• Analyzing H2-Derivatives’ decarbonisation potential in these new market segments, and the strengths and weaknesses of these fuels
• A behind the scenes look at leading case studies in the use of e-SAF, e-Methanol and e-Ammonia

• Discussing the existing policy and legislative landscape that governs a green hydrogen trade between Portugal and North Africa, and examining existing export case studies.
• Discussing the critical infrastructure required for efficient hydrogen transport from North Africa to Iberia, including pipeline and shipping advancements, and to to advance it's development.
• Delving into the financing models, investment opportunities, and economic viability of hydrogen trade, considering the potential high production and transport costs.

• A deep dive into existing trade agreements between Latin America and Iberia, and analysing the overall long-term demand for green hydrogen in Europe from Latin America.
• Evaluating the necessary infrastructure for efficient transatlantic hydrogen transport, focusing on the development needs in shipping and storage technologies to facilitate this new trade route.
• Delving into the financial landscape, including the Global Green Bonds Initiative, to understand the investment dynamics and economic viability of transatlantic hydrogen trade, considering the developmental stages of hydrogen markets in Europe and Latin America.

The green energy transition and decarbonization of the economy is accelerating the growth of green hydrogen applications worldwide supported by Governments and regulations. In this context, an experienced electrolyser OEM provider as Nel will share how is supporting the emerging green hydrogen market to gamechangers and renewable & industrial partners, not only with low risk and new innovative Alkaline & PEM technologies but also with state of the art production capabilities and bankable project designs at large scale.

• H2 Compression
• H2 Generation
• H2 Applications (Transportation, Distribution, Storage)
• HRS

• Optimising an electrolyser against power prices contributes to a low LCOH
• Using a simulation approach to value flexibility, we will compare various business cases of green hydrogen

• Assessing RED III's impact on hydrogen use in industry, with targets of 42% of hydrogen used by 2030 to be Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin (RFNBO) and its implications for E-Fuels.
• Analyzing how E-fuels will fit FuelEU's maritime strategy for an 80% GHG intensity reduction in maritime fuels by 2050, with a focus on compliance mechanisms and renewable fuel adoption.
• Exploring the European Commission's SAF mandates for aviation, highlighting the progressive increase to 63% by 2050 and the intricacies of Power-to-Liquid SAF integration and cost dynamics.

• Energy transition and sector coupling with hydrogen production
• Adding value to the production of hydrogen by participation in electricity markets
• Examples of value creation

• Delving into various production methods such as electrolysis powered by renewable energy, biomass gasification, and other innovative approaches to produce green hydrogen efficiently and sustainably.
• Engaging with renewable energy companies, technology providers, government agencies, and financial institutions to establish collaborative ventures aimed at developing and scaling up green hydrogen projects.
• Assessing the local and international demand for green hydrogen, evaluating potential revenue streams, and navigating regulatory policies to ensure the viability and success of green hydrogen projects

• Unpacking the levelized cost of hydrogen with an in-depth examination of the factors influencing hydrogen prices, including production, compression, transportation, and storage costs.
• Exploring the role of government subsidies and carbon pricing mechanisms in making hydrogen production cost-competitive for offtakers.
• Discussing the dynamics of hydrogen trading markets and strategies to achieve competitive pricing for offtakers. How far are we from hydrogen being a tradable commodity?