Green hydrogen is poised for unprecedented growth in 2025

ABU DHABI, 17 JANUARY / WAM / Officials participating in the activities of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025 emphasized the qualitative transformation that hydrogen has witnessed over the past years, thanks to large-scale projects that highlight the enormous potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source.

They added in statements to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, during the event, which runs until January 18, that the hydrogen sector is preparing for unprecedented growth during the current year 2025, thanks to its entry into many industries and its adoption in various sectors, in addition to its continued attraction of actual international investments. It has enhanced the growth of all types of hydrogen production.

Kuljit Gata Ora, President of Boeing in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa, said that green hydrogen, which is produced from renewable sources, will in the future play an increasing role in sustainable aviation fuel and will improve its productivity, stressing that the aviation industry has confirmed its commitment to introducing this vital fuel to achieve global sustainability goals. .

In this context, he pointed to their strong partnership with the UAE, national authorities, and the Sustainable Bioenergy Research Consortium, which includes Masdar Institute, Khalifa University, Etihad Airways, and other leading parties in this field, stressing that the research resulted in the production of biofuel that was operated for the aircraft of the national carrier, “Etihad Airways.” “.

He also stressed Boeing’s commitment to strengthening its relations with the Emirates and working to achieve qualitative and sustainable progress in the aviation sector, as the company also joined an alliance with a number of parties with the aim of enhancing the production and manufacturing of sustainable aviation fuel in the Emirates, in line with the country’s vision towards a sustainable future.

He explained that the company continues to support major airlines such as Emirates Airlines and Etihad Airways, which operate about 300 different Boeing aircraft, stressing their endeavor to meet the needs of these companies and support their future expansions.

Colgate Ghata said that the company works closely with the Emirates to support the innovation environment, as cooperation has contributed to the implementation of innovation accelerator programs that focus on promoting advanced technology and encouraging emerging companies in the field of aviation. It also attaches great importance to sustainability through initiatives that support the development of innovative and environmentally friendly solutions. This enhances existing cooperation and pushes towards achieving common goals in this field.

Regarding Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025, he stressed the importance of the rich discussions included in the event, related to hydrogen production in various industries, including aviation, pointing out the importance of the event in opening opportunities to discuss the capabilities and ability of the aviation industry to reach the goal of net carbon emissions by 2050 through sustainable aviation fuel. And green hydrogen.

For her part, Ivana Gemilkova, CEO of the Hydrogen Council, confirmed that the hydrogen sector is witnessing a qualitative transformation that reflects an unprecedented development at the global level, explaining that investment in this sector has reached very encouraging levels, as the committed capital has increased seven-fold over the past four years. She expressed that this progress confirms that hydrogen has transformed from a vision into a tangible global reality.

She pointed out that the Hydrogen Council currently supervises more than 430 projects in various parts of the world, which indicates the maturity of the sector and the progress of projects towards actual implementation, adding that the next stage will focus on building integrated ecosystems to support commercial demand for hydrogen, to contribute to achieving economic and social benefits. As well as contributing to confronting climate challenges.

Gemilkova praised the pioneering role of the UAE and the region in supporting global initiatives to develop the hydrogen sector, noting that Masdar recently joined the Board of Directors of the World Hydrogen Council, looking forward to intensifying work with the UAE and the region to advance the efforts of hydrogen projects to grow at the regional and global levels.

She confirmed that the hydrogen sector achieves qualitative success rates, compared to the early development stages of other renewable energy sectors such as wind and solar energy, which gives the sector a clear path for expansion and innovation.

The CEO of the Hydrogen Council added that the year 2025 will be a pivotal station for the hydrogen sector, as efforts will be directed towards activating the policies and regulatory framework, and advancing the implementation of projects on the ground, stressing that the leading markets will play a fundamental role in accelerating the pace of growth, which enhances global confidence in the ability of hydrogen. To achieve an overall positive impact.

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