L’Algérie participe à Rotterdam au Sommet mondial de l’hydrogène
Algerian Participation in the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam
Overview
Noureddine Yassaâ, Algeria’s Secretary of State for Renewable Energies, will represent the country at the World Hydrogen Summit taking place in Rotterdam, Netherlands, from May 20 to May 22. This event highlights Algeria’s commitment to exploring and developing its hydrogen economy, particularly focusing on green hydrogen as a renewable energy source.
Event Details
The summit is organized through a partnership involving the Sustainable Energy Council, RX Global, the Dutch government, the South Holland province, and the city and port of Rotterdam. This year, it is expected to draw more than 15,000 participants from around the globe, including governmental representatives, energy and industrial corporations, and international financial institutions. The central theme revolves around assessing progress toward decarbonization goals and enhancing the hydrogen economy.
Algeria’s Role
Yassaâ will present a keynote address titled "The Hydrogen Economy in Algeria," where he will outline the country’s national vision for developing hydrogen as a key energy resource. He will also engage in a high-level panel discussion about the global hydrogen market’s evolution and the potential for cross-border hydrogen trade.
Additionally, the Algerian delegation includes representatives from the Ministry of Energy, Sonatrach, Sonelgaz, and experts in renewable energies. They aim to explore collaboration opportunities in green hydrogen through bilateral meetings with counterparts from other nations and global companies in the clean energy sector.
Strategic Ambitions
Algeria’s presence at the summit underscores its ambitious national strategy for developing a green hydrogen economy. The country seeks to capitalize on its abundant natural resources, particularly solar energy, coupled with its advanced energy infrastructures to position itself as a reliable global player in the hydrogen market.
Exhibition Participation
The Algerian delegation will also participate in an exhibition at the summit, showcasing a dedicated pavilion that highlights Algeria’s capabilities, pilot projects, and available investment opportunities in hydrogen. This platform is crucial for promoting Algeria’s energy industries and attracting international partners.
Collaborative Efforts
The ministry’s announcement emphasizes Algeria’s ongoing pilot projects in the green hydrogen sector and its efforts to strengthen partnerships with several countries, including Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands. Collaborative initiatives with the European Union also feature significantly, particularly strategic projects like the "SoutH2 Corridor" and "Medlink," which aim to facilitate the export of green hydrogen and electricity to European markets.
Conclusion
Algeria’s participation in the World Hydrogen Summit represents a significant step in its journey toward establishing a robust hydrogen economy. By leveraging its natural resources and strategic partnerships, Algeria aims to become a prominent player in the renewable energy landscape, particularly within the burgeoning hydrogen sector.
