Hydrogen cluster Noord-Nederland
About this position paper
This position paper was drafted by a broad coalition of governments, businesses, knowledge institutions, and partnerships from Noord-NederlandThe publication shows what role the region can play in the development of the Dutch and European hydrogen economy and what conditions are necessary to accelerate this development.
Noord-Nederland It presents itself as a region where knowledge, infrastructure, industry, and cooperation come together. The document calls attention to the strategic value of the region and makes concrete proposals to further develop the production, storage, transport, and use of hydrogen.
Featured Insights
The position paper provides insight into the development of the hydrogen cluster Noord-Nederland and covers, among other things:
- The power of Noord-Nederland as a hydrogen region. The document describes how existing energy infrastructure, ports, knowledge institutions, and industrial clusters together form a strong foundation for the hydrogen economy.
- The role of hydrogen in the energy transition. The report shows how hydrogen can contribute to security of supply, industrial sustainability, system flexibility, and CO₂ reduction.
- The development of regional hydrogen clusters. Eemshaven, Delfzijl, Emmen, and East Groningen are described as important links in an integrated hydrogen chain, from production and storage to transport and application in industry.
- The preconditions for acceleration. The document identifies which investments, infrastructure, regulations, and cooperation are needed to further scale up the hydrogen economy.
Relevance
The program hydrogen cluster Noord-Nederland demonstrates how regional cooperation can contribute to a future-proof energy supply. The combination of knowledge, innovation, industry, and existing infrastructure offers opportunities to support the Dutch climate goals and strengthen the region's international competitive position.
In addition, the position paper contains concrete recommendations for governments to accelerate investments, further develop regional hydrogen networks, and Noord-Nederland to position as a pilot region for the hydrogen economy.
