The hydrogen sector is a strong upcoming industry with high potential for growth in both the Netherlands and Australia. Innovative cooperation between the two countries will drive innovation in the production and supply of hydrogen and accelerate the broad application of hydrogen in industry, mobility and the built environment.

Hydrogen is playing a key role in the energy transition in both countries. Innovations are following one another in quick succession and as the broad range of applications available widens, development in this sector is moving rapidly.

Australia is investing in the export of green hydrogen to the international markets, including Europe. Setting up a robust supply chain is the first step in realising the export of green hydrogen. Meanwhile projects are underway for large-scale green hydrogen production.

Green hydrogen driving the energy transition

Australia has ideal conditions to develop large green hydrogen projects and with high potential for export. With an abundance of sun and wind, it can develop its hydrogen production based fully on renewable energy. As Australia is not rich in drinking water and fossil energy production is water intensive. Hydrogen production is an attractive alternative. After all water, is the end product of hydrogen use. At the same time, companies have to be mindful of responsible water use. This is a stimulus to create water-efficient processes from the outset.

Hydrogen production will help Australia achieve its ambitions to reduce carbon dioxide emissions (CO2) and costs, while scaling up its clean hydrogen production facilities and broadening applications. As Australia transitions, its shipping companies and ports will be looking for new business, hydrogen can replace falling exports of fossil fuels.

The PIB H2 Australia aims to:
 

• Promote and position the Netherlands hydrogen sector, including promotion of best practices and green hydrogen in Australia

The Netherlands has a complete hydrogen supply chain, powered by a strong cluster in and around Arnhem (east Netherlands), the first European Hydrogen Valley in the northern part of the country and the key role of the Port of Rotterdam, as a green gateway to the European market.

• Engage in business-to-business activities, knowledge exchange and strengthening government-to-government relations in order to promote the Netherlands hydrogen sector

Together, we can explore how hydrogen technology can be applied to build resilient infrastructure, and create economic opportunities through cooperation between companies and research institutions. In doing so, accelerating innovation beyond our borders, (SDG 9).

• Encourage commercialise sales, exchange technological knowledge and enhance Government-to-Government collaboration

By positioning the whole hydrogen sector strategically and in a sustainable manner the cluster will engage in collaborative partnerships with local public and private entities. By combining the use of hydrogen with fuel cells in energy supply and transportation industries, we will be able to take a significant step towards a sustainable future for the next generations.

Creating solutions for a hydrogen-powered economy