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This year, as the global momentum for hydrogen grows, we’ll focus on the critical regulatory shifts, the influence of political changes, and how these factors are accelerating (or slowing) hydrogen adoption. Join us to hear directly from industry experts and project leaders as they share their insights and discuss the key challenges and opportunities shaping the future of hydrogen production, infrastructure, and investment.
This event will:
Provide a global view of hydrogen policy and regulation by taking a closer look at how hydrogen policies are evolving around the world
Evaluate the implications of the recent US elections on hydrogen projects, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and the broader energy transition
Focus on the real-world challenges of developers navigating regulatory uncertainty, identifying bottlenecks, and balancing policy objectives with commercial viability
This virtual conference allows stakeholders to gain practical insights on policy implementation, understand market opportunities, and learn from real-world project experiences while networking with key decision-makers.
Speakers
Randy Kessler
Director
Technip Energies
Roxana Bekemohammadi
Founder and Executive Director
United States Hydrogen Alliance
Hu Yukun
Overseas Project Director
Sungrow Hydrogen
Almudena Nunez
Energy & Climate Policy Advisor International Relations
VNG AG
Cecilie Ingversen
Policy and Regulation Manager – Hydrogen
Equinor
Paul Cannizzo
Vice President of Sustainability & Strategic Insights
Solomon Associates
Shqipe Vela
Project Manager
Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI)
Ahmed Al Abri
Regulatory and Infrastructure Manager
Hydrom
Emma Quigg
Clean Manufacturing Policy Associate
ClearPath
Matthew Hodgkinson
Senior Analyst, Hydrogen
S&P Global
Alda Manuel
Energy Advisor
Global Hydrogen Diplomacy
Connor Kerr
Manager, International Trade and Policy
RMI
Laura Droste
Senior Expert for Hydrogen & Resilience
German Energy Agency
Sam F. Savitz
Research Specialist
EFI Foundation
Agenda
Wednesday, 26 March 2025
13:00 – 13:20 CET
Presentation: Unpacking the Global Hydrogen Policy Landscape
Assessing global policy harmonisation efforts to reduce barriers for international hydrogen trade
Exploring certification frameworks and their role in enabling cross-border hydrogen trade
Analysing effective policy implementation strategies across regions
Confirmed Speaker:
Matthew Hodgkinson, Senior Analyst, Hydrogen, S&P Global
13:20 – 14:00 CET
Panel Discussion: Navigating Policy Harmonisation Across the US, Europe, & Asia
Examining the impact of political transitions in the US on hydrogen incentives like 45V, the IRA, and Hydrogen Hubs
Analysing Europe’s leadership in hydrogen regulation, with insights from Germany and the Netherlands
Exploring China’s growing influence in hydrogen development and global supply chains through its political advantages
Addressing international regulatory barriers and their implications for global hydrogen trade
Moderator:
Paul Cannizzo, Vice President of Sustainability & Strategic Insights, Solomon Associates
Confirmed Speakers:
Hu Yukun, Overseas Project Director, Sungrow Hydrogen
Almudena Nunez, Energy & Climate Policy Advisor International Relations, VNG AG
Shqipe Vela, Project Manager, Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI)
Connor Kerr, Manager, International Trade and Policy, RMI
14:00 – 14:30 CET
Fireside Chat: From Hydrogen Policy to Project Reality
How are developers navigating regulatory uncertainty while keeping hydrogen projects on track?
Identifying key bottlenecks in the regulatory approval process and strategies for overcoming them to ensure smooth project development.
Balancing national policy objectives with commercial viability to ensure the long-term success of projects
Moderator:
Emma Quigg, Clean Manufacturing Policy Associate, ClearPath
Confirmed Speakers:
Cecilie Ingversen, Policy and Regulation Manager – Hydrogen, Equinor
Randy Kessler, Director, Technip Energies
Laura Droste, Senior Expert for Hydrogen & Resilience, German Energy Agency
14:30 – 15:15 CET
Case Studies & Q&A
Chair:
Alda Manuel, Energy Advisor, Global Hydrogen Diplomacy
Hydrom: Streamlining Project Development
Exploring Oman’s streamlined permitting process as a model for accelerating hydrogen project deployment
Navigating Oman’s evolving safety and infrastructure regulations, with a focus on water usage rights for electrolysis
Discussing national supply chain resilience and policies aimed at strengthening domestic hydrogen manufacturing capabilities
Confirmed Speaker:
Ahmed Al Abri, Regulatory and Infrastructure Manager, Hydrom
Navigating America's Hydrogen Future: Maximising Hub Opportunities Amid Policy Shifts
Exploring the development of hydrogen hubs in the US, including lessons learned from the $8 billion federal investment
Analysing the impact of political transitions on hydrogen hub development and strategies for managing policy risks
Evaluating the coordination between federal and state policies in shaping the future of hydrogen infrastructure
Confirmed Speaker:
Roxana Bekemohammadi, Founder and Executive Director, United States Hydrogen Alliance
What's Next for U.S. Hydrogen Demand?
Lessons learned and next steps from DOE's novel demand-side support program
Taking stock of U.S. market formation, four years on from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Analysing how new political circumstances impact the supply-demand stalemate
Identifying success stories and emerging opportunities within the Hydrogen Hub demand landscape
Confirmed Speaker:
Sam F. Savitz, Research Specialist, EFI Foundation
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