EU sets ground rules for competitive hydrogen market
Package of proposals calls for dedicated hydrogen infrastructure, with market rules phased in before and after 2030
The European Commission has adopted new proposals aimed at creating a commodity market for hydrogen, with new rules governing access to infrastructure and the creation of a certification system for low-carbon gases. The proposals form part of a wider package designed to transition the EU from fossil natural gas to clean gases, namely hydrogen and biomethane, while preserving security of supply. They also include action to cut methane emissions. “With today's proposals, we are creating the conditions for the green transition in our gas sector, boosting the use of clean gases,” says Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson. “A key element of this transition is establishing a competitive hydrogen marke
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