The EU is actively seeking low-carbon energy sources to support its green transition and energy security objectives. The EU-GCC Green Transition Cooperation Project, funded by the EU, is partnering with Oman to develop green hydrogen supply chains connecting the Gulf region with European markets.
The EU is responsible for introducing the Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III), setting mandatory targets for renewable energy and green hydrogen uptake aligned with the European Green Deal and Fit for 55 package.[2][4][6][7]
The EU has explicitly endorsed green hydrogen as a pillar for future industrial decarbonization and energy security, setting targets of up to 10 million tonnes of domestic renewable hydrogen production by 2030.
The EU is the funder of the Ignite GH2 project through its Global Gateway strategy and leads international partnerships for sustainable development projects in Namibia. Under a 2022 memorandum with Namibia, the EU has emphasized green hydrogen and raw material cooperation, and remains Namibia’s largest trade and develo
The EU sets and enforces sustainability targets in line with the European Green Deal and climate neutrality by 2050. It established the Renewable Energy Directives (RED II and RED III), setting clear criteria and certification schemes (such as RFNBO) to ensure a sustainable hydrogen economy.
The H2Haul project is co-financed by the EU, aiming to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen trucks and the development of supporting refuelling infrastructure across Europe.[1][2][3]
The EU, through the European Commission, is issuing regulatory mandates (e.g., RED III and Delegated Acts) to drive the adoption of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen, establishing criteria, definitions, and targets to accelerate the green hydrogen transition[1][3][4].
The EU is providing technical and financial support for Namibia's green hydrogen programme, aligning with its goals for global decarbonisation and securing alternative energy sources.[3][1]
Adopted the Hydrogen and Decarbonised Gases Regulation (2024), enabling the legal framework for hydrogen network development and cost allocation. It also sets climate goals which hydrogen infrastructure is meant to help achieve.
