Building a local hydrogen market: what needs to be in place?

Building a local hydrogen market is a hot topic, both globally and in the Middle East. Here, we explore what GCC countries must do to position themselves at the forefront of the hydrogen market and export to the many nations eyeing up this clean energy form. What infrastructure should be built, partnerships formed and government initiatives introduced to lay robust foundations on which the industry can grow? How important is the need for cross-sector collaboration and why? What role will startups play in building a local hydrogen market? Jeffrey Beyer, Founder of Zest Associates, is joined by Emanuele Bianco, Policy Program Officer at IRENA; Frank Wouters, Senior Vice President of New Energy at Reliance International, the UAE-based subsidiary of Reliance Industries; and Dr Jehan Kanga, CEO of Rux Energy, an advanced materials startup commercialising the next generation of cathodes, anodes and hydrogen storage materials.Future Energy Insights is brought to you by the World Future Energy Summit. Find us on social media at @WorldFutureEnergySummit.Powered by World Future Energy Summit, the Future Energy Insights show seeks to address the biggest challenges shaping the future of energy today, both in the Middle East and around the world. Find us on social media at @worldfutureenergysummit and visit our website www.worldfutureenergysummit.com.