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We are dedicated to accelerating countries' innovation capacities.

To unlock the potential of the hydrogen economy, developing countries require accessible and affordable innovation in hydrogen technology, systems, equipment, and infrastructure.

 

While the production of green hydrogen and its applications in industry and mobility hold significant promise, they are still in their early stages and face challenges in cost competitiveness compared to conventional fossil fuel-based technologies. Given the pivotal role of renewable energy-derived hydrogen in reducing CO2 emissions, it is crucial to promote low-emissions innovation across the entire hydrogen value chain, from production to end-users. To achieve this goal, it is essential to nurture start-up enterprises and establish mechanisms that connect patented technologies with venture capital. These initiatives should receive support and promotion at the national, regional, and international levels.

 

UNIDO is committed to enhancing countries' innovation capacities through its Programme, leveraging its extensive network of partners, including supporting the establishment of the International Hydrogen Energy Centre in China. The Programme aims to bolster pilot projects and technology demonstrations while addressing key challenges in green hydrogen development, such as promoting renewable energy development and optimizing water resource utilization.

 

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Launch of the International Hydrogen Energy Centre (IHEC)
7 July 2021 News
Launch of the International Hydrogen Energy Centre (IHEC)
VIENNA, 7 July 2021 – The launch and inauguration of the International Hydrogen Energy Centre (IHEC), a key knowledge partner for the UNIDO Global Programme for Green Hydrogen in Industry, was held virtually.“The new Centre is an important milestone on the road towards placing hydrogen at the heart of sustainable development”, said Director of Energy, Tareq Emtairah on behalf of UNIDO Director General LI Yong in the opening remarks. “IHEC will undertake partnership and technical cooperation activities while disseminating its best practices and knowledge through UNIDO’s extensive network of international and national offices, centres and projects”.The IHEC aims to achieve technological breakthroughs and play a strategic role in helping develop the global hydrogen energy industry by promoting best practices through south-south, triangular and regional cooperation; by carrying out technology research, development and application; and by supporting capacity building towards enhancing green hydrogen economies.“UNIDO and the Government of China recognize the crucial role that hydrogen can play in the future energy system”, said UNIDO Senior Technical Advisor and Project Manager LIU Heng. “They understood the urgent need to promote Hydrogen technology to make it more scalable, inclusive and affordable globally. The IHEC will therefore work with different stakeholders, including governments, private sector and SMEs, R&D institutions, business and industry associations”.The IHEC was inaugurated by ZHANG Yi, Deputy Director General of China International Center for Economic and Technical Exchanges, Ministry of Commerce (CICETE); JIANG Guangzhi, Deputy Director General of Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information; Ma Jian, Deputy Representative of UNIDO Regional Office in Beijing and JIN Qinxian, Director of Beijing Tsinghua Industrial Research and Development Institute.For more information about the Centre, please contact:LIU HengSenior Technical AdvisorDepartment of Energy, UNIDOEmailEmail