Von Optionalität zu Ergebnissen: Wie Deutschland Wasserstoff neu ausrichten kann, ohne das Gesicht zu verlieren - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica critically examines Germany's current hydrogen strategy, highlighting a significant disconnect between infrastructure readiness and actual operational use. Despite having a physically completed hydrogen backbone—comprising pipelines, compressors, and pressurized lines—Germany faces a situation where no suppliers feed hydrogen into the system, no contractual buyers withdraw it, and no credible short-term plans exist to change this status. Industrial stakeholders have indicated that hydrogen use in sectors like transport and heating has already failed at the planning stage. Consequently, the debate has shifted from whether hydrogen can theoretically aid decarbonization to what practical steps Germany should take now to protect households, maintain industrial competitiveness, and achieve emissions reductions at the lowest system cost. The article stresses that this challenge must be addressed domestically, as energy infrastructure, industrial policy, and regulated networks fall under national jurisdiction. While external analysts can offer perspectives, the responsibility lies with Germany’s strong institutions, technical expertise, and clear climate ambitions. The piece advocates for a strategic communication approach that moves