An innovative new hydrogen sector export strategy has been developed and launched by Scotland. Running this strategy has placed the nation in a position of frontrunner when it comes to the production and export of the clean fuel.

The excellent new strategy has been called ‘A Trading Nation: Realising Scotland’s Hydrogen Potential – A Plan for Exports.’ So far the plan has outlined, “where the opportunities for growth lie for businesses and investors.”

It has already been decided that through the new strategy, Scotland’s aim will be to boost hydrogen demand, along with infrastructure and exports, whilst simultaneously focusing on developing its supply chain, plus its international market links. Furthermore, within this plan, the viability of hydrogen pipelines from Scotland to mainland Europe, as well as Ireland will also be explored.

Recently the Scottish government said that, ‘the nation could deliver up to 3.3 million tonnes of green hydrogen per year by 2045 – around 90% of Scotland’s total current energy demand.’

Acting Energy Secretary, Gillian Martin, announced the initiative during a visit to Scottish firm Hydrasun. Martin commented, “Hydrogen is one of Scotland’s greatest industrial opportunities since oil and gas was discovered. It provides the government, industry and investors with clarity in the direction we must all move in, with pace, if Scotland is to build a sustainable and successful hydrogen economy – whilst helping to deliver a just transition for our energy sector. Although the full economic potential of hydrogen is yet to be realised, Hydrasun is a great example of how Scottish businesses are already leading the way in the hydrogen sector.”

It has also been stated by Statera, that once it is constructed, ‘it will be the “largest” hydrogen project in Europe, with the first 500MW of operational capacity scheduled to be online by 2028.’