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AMMONEX pilot takes next step towards green hydrogen from ammonia
Duiker Clean Technologies and Plant One have signed a cooperation agreement for the realization of the AMMONEX pilot plant in Rotterdam. With this agreement, the location at Plant One is formally reserved, allowing the project to move into the next phase: the construction and testing of an innovative ammonia cracking reactor for the production of green hydrogen. The plant is expected to be ready for initial testing in the summer of 2027.
New R&D call: € 13 million subsidy for research into transport and storage of hydrogen
To fully capitalise on the Netherlands’ potential as a supplier to the Northwest European hydrogen market, a well-developed infrastructure for the import, conversion, transport and storage of hydrogen and hydrogen carriers is essential. GroenvermogenNL is investing € 13 million in a new R&D call for research into hydrogen infrastructure. The call opens on 3 February, and an information session will be held on 5 February.
GVNL Perspective Online
With the GVNL Perspective magazine, we make the hydrogen transition visible as it develops from ambition to implementation. In this online series we share articles from the first GVNL Perspective magazine, offering insights from experts, inspiring stories from pioneers and examples of innovation that show how the Netherlands is realising the promise of green hydrogen step by step, driven by a shared determination to advance.
GVNL Perspective Online
With the GVNL Perspective magazine, we make the hydrogen transition visible as it progresses from ambition to implementation. In this online series, we share articles from the first GVNL Perspective magazine, offering insights from experts, inspiring stories from pioneers and examples of innovation that show how the Netherlands is realising the promise of green hydrogen step by step, driven by a shared determination to move forward.
Consultation on a new subsidy scheme for hydrogen hubs
A new subsidy scheme will support the development of hydrogen energy hubs (hydrogen hubs). The scheme is aimed at companies that want to decarbonise using hydrogen, even if connection to the national hydrogen network is not yet possible. The budget for this scheme is provided by GroenvermogenNL. Companies can provide input on the design of the scheme until 30 January 2026 through a public consultation organised by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and the Ministry of Climate and Green Growth.
Almost 29,000 FTEs needed for green hydrogen
Green hydrogen is a crucial building block for the energy transition. It requires commitment from government, industry and education alike, as the development of a green hydrogen economy depends on the availability of sufficiently well-trained professionals. By the end of 2030, around 28,600 FTEs will be needed, according to a recent labour market study by SEO Economic Research.
Better green than blue: social acceptance of hydrogen depends on sustainability
The Dutch government and industry are committed to an energy transition. Hydrogen plays an important role in this. But how does society view this? Initial research by the HySUCCESS project shows that people find green hydrogen more acceptable than blue hydrogen because of its sustainability. When it comes to trust it is also highly relevant who produces the hydrogen: a company with or without a history in the fossil fuel industry.
GroenvermogenNL invests €19 million in sustainable production of fine chemicals and specialties
The chemical industry enables the production of many high-value products, such as pharmaceuticals, cleaning agents, cosmetics and electronics. But how can their production become more sustainable? Under the name HyFINE, a consortium of knowledge institutes and companies is exploring new, sustainable production methods for fine chemicals and specialties. With a subsidy of more than €19 million, GroenvermogenNL and NWO jointly support this R&D project.
