Hydrogen import strategy: key to climate protection in Germany

Hydrogen import strategy: key to climate protection in Germany

Hydrogen imports and their importance for the future of Germany

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Berlin (dpa). As part of a recently published import strategy, the federal government has set the course for the hydrogen market in Germany. Economic Minister Robert Habeck (Greens) said that Germany has a great need for hydrogen, which has to be covered to a large extent from abroad in the medium to long term. This step marks an essential part of the plan to achieve the country's climate goals and to make the industry more environmentally friendly.

hydrogen: key to climate neutrality

hydrogen is increasingly regarded as a decisive factor for the climate -friendly conversion of important industrial branches. The federal government plans to bring hydrogen into the country through both pipelines and ship imports. This strategy represents the foundation for a sustainable energy supply and creates the prerequisites to ensure a long -term and stable demand for hydrogen and derivatives.

structure of a robust hydrogen infrastructure

In order to successfully implement the import strategy, the establishment of a powerful hydrogen infrastructure within Europe is essential. The Vice General Manager of the Federal Association of German Industry (BDI), Holger Lösch, emphasized the urgency, the measures for promotion and the necessary instruments to be implemented quickly. These include climate protection contracts that must be equipped with sufficient financial means, as well as efficient certification systems that are accepted internationally.

The perspective of the industry

The Mechanical Engineering Association VDMA in turn expressed concerns about the current import strategy and pointed out that there is a lack of specific milestones that could promote global trade in hydrogen. These missing steps prevent a clear timetable for the future and could hinder the development of the market.

a signal for international partners

The newly adopted strategy sends a significant signal to international partners. Germany positions itself as a reliable market and partner in the area of ​​hydrogen products. This is intended to promote stable demand in Germany, which could benefit not only the domestic economy, but also to international trade.

The import strategy is another step on the way to climate neutrality and shows how important hydrogen is the energy source of the future. In times of climate change, it is becoming increasingly important to find new ways to meet the energy requirements sustainably and at the same time reduce CO2 emissions.

- Nag