Industrial Green Hydrogen Is Coming To Europe From The US

The article discusses the emerging role of industrial green hydrogen in Europe, supplied from the US, amid evolving federal energy policies and advancements in clean technology. Green hydrogen, produced via electrolysis powered by renewable energy, is gaining traction as a critical component for decarbonizing industrial sectors such as refining, metallurgy, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals. While early enthusiasm for green hydrogen targeted diverse, small-scale applications, high transportation and storage costs limited its viability. Consequently, focus has shifted toward large-scale industrial uses where economies of scale can significantly reduce costs, with sectors like steelmaking, long-haul shipping, and petrochemicals identified as prime candidates for green hydrogen adoption. A key player highlighted is the Massachusetts-based startup Electric Hydrogen, which has developed the HYPRPlant electrolyzer platform designed to cut green hydrogen production costs by up to 60%. This turnkey, factory-assembled system can be deployed on-site for bulk hydrogen production, minimizing transportation expenses. Electric Hydrogen has attracted substantial investment from major industrial and climate-focused investors