Hydrogen Highlights for the Australian-German Cooperation

ABOUT

With Australia and Germany both pursuing the goal of climate neutrality, green hydrogen emerges as an essential piece in the energy transition puzzle. The two countries cooperate on hydrogen within the Australia-Germany Energy Partnership because they can bring their strengths to the table to meet their common goal. Australia sees producing hydrogen from renewables as a massive opportunity that aligns with its strengths. Germany, on the other hand, offers technology and services along the whole value chain but will also need to import hydrogen and hydrogen products.

This delegation trip brought together a small group of experts from the Australian government and the hydrogen industry to deepen the dialogue and cooperation around the hydrogen market ramp-up. The programme included site visits, discussions, and evening receptions with leading German companies, government representatives, and associations in Augsburg, Munich, Berlin, Stade, Hamburg and Duisburg.

ADDITIONAL READING

Austrade Hydrogen Project Showcase
Fact sheet H2 in AUS (in German only)

KEY FEATURES OF THE TOUR

Presentations by German stakeholders on regulatory, technical, and economic issues related to the hydrogen ramp-up.
Meetings with leading German companies and site visits.
Evening receptions and networking opportunities with policymakers and industry stakeholders seeking to advance the energy transition.

AGENDA

Booklet AUS delegation H2 May

CONTACT

Cecilia Strandberg
Project Director
Tel: +49 (0)30 58 70870 42
Fax: +49 (0)30 58 70870 88
Email: strandberg[at]renac.de

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Testimonials

"I came to Germany to learn more about how Germany is viewing clean hydrogen’s role in the energy transition… and it certainly hit the mark! The delegation tour was a perfect mix of learnings from German industry, government and networking. The organisation from Cecilia, Franziska, Florence, David and the rest of the team was second to none. All requests and requirements were fully anticipated and catered for perfectly. Thank you, RENAC, adelphi, AHK and Austrade, for an outstanding trip. I look forward to many future learning and cooperation opportunities between Germany and Australia."

Rupert Maloney, Executive Director, Head of Hydrogen, Clean Energy Finance Corporation, 2023

"Cecilia (RENAC) did an exceptional job at designing, booking; and coordinating our Australian/German industry and government tour throughout Germany. She made what was a complex event management exercise appear seamless and easy, and always chaperoned with a smile. The event exceeded my expectations. Not only did I become more familiar with industry and government policy direction in Germany, the event also better connected me with Australian industry participants and government officials."

Bart Simens, GM - New Energy Developments, Lochard Energy, 2022

"I participated in the Australia-Germany Energy Partnership delegation to Germany to better understand the industrial requirements for hydrogen in Germany and how policy and government strategies and incentives are enabling market developments. The delegation exceeded these expectations, providing avenues to both industry and government, including in-depth site tours and roundtable engagements with industry leaders and government officials. I recommend this exchange to those with similar interests and business objectives in Germany and Australia."

Joe Doleschal Ridnell, Manager, External Engagement Hydrogen & CCUS Asia Pacific, bp Australia, 2023

"Thanks to Cecilia, Florence, and the wider team for providing an extensive and immersive hydrogen experience. Very engaging tour with plenty of networking opportunities."

Tim Stock, Director, Hydrogen & Clean Energy, NSW Government, Treasury, Office of Energy & Climate Change (OECC), 2023