Hydrogen

Minnesota House Agriculture Committee Schedules Hearing on HF2103 Ammonia and Hydrogen Tracking Funding

Minnesota lawmakers are moving HF2103 forward, with the House Agriculture Finance and Policy Committee now scheduled to hear a bill that would fund an ammonia, hydrogen, and renewable energy certificate tracking system and require associated reporting. If adopted, this measure would expand the state’s policy framework around low‑carbon ammonia and hydrogen and likely introduce new tracking and reporting obligations for producers and certificate market participants, so affected businesses should monitor committee progress and any amendments closely.

10 Apr 2026, 15:49house.leg.state.mn.usUnited States

Japan MOE Opens FY2026 Call for Cost-Competitive Renewable Hydrogen Supply Chain Model Demonstration Projects

Japan's Ministry of the Environment has opened the FY2026 call for renewable hydrogen supply chain demonstration projects, accepting applications until April 30, 2026. This initiative underscores Japan's strategic focus on scaling regional low-carbon infrastructure to achieve its 2030 and 2050 carbon-neutrality and energy resilience goals.

9 Apr 2026, 14:16env.go.jpJapan

Netherlands (NEN) Updates NPR 3378 Gas Installation Practice Guidelines for Hydrogen Use

The Netherlands has updated technical practice guidelines (NPR 3378) to standardize the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of hydrogen-capable gas pipework in buildings. Infrastructure operators and equipment manufacturers must align material specifications and safety protocols with these standards to ensure compliance as hydrogen is integrated into the national gas grid.

5 Apr 2026, 05:34nen.nlNetherlands

Germany Publishes Hydrogen Acceleration Act to Fast-Track Hydrogen Infrastructure

Germany’s Hydrogen Acceleration Act (WasserstoffBG) entered into force on April 2, 2026, streamlining permitting and procurement for hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol infrastructure. By designating these projects as being in the "overriding public interest," the law significantly reduces legal hurdles and project timelines, providing a fast-track framework for industrial decarbonization investments.

4 Apr 2026, 11:49recht.bund.deGermany

NEN Publishes NEN‑EN‑ISO 17507‑1:2026 and 17507‑2:2026 for Methane Number Calculation of Gaseous Fuels

The Netherlands has adopted new international standards (ISO 17507) harmonizing methane number calculations for natural gas, biomethane, and hydrogen blends. These standards provide a unified technical basis for fuel specifications and engine performance, reducing compliance risk and contractual uncertainty in the transition to low-carbon fuels.

3 Apr 2026, 18:27nen.nlNetherlands

European Parliament Publishes Study On Chinese Industrial Overcapacity In Key Green-Tech Sectors

The European Parliament released a strategic study on Chinese industrial overcapacity across the battery, hydrogen, semiconductor, and robotics sectors. Businesses should prepare for increased trade-defense actions and a more protectionist EU industrial policy aimed at securing domestic green-tech supply chains.

2 Apr 2026, 17:46europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

England And Wales Update Medium Combustion Plant Permit Guidance For Hydrogen And Gas Oil Substitutes

UK regulators have updated environmental permitting guidance for medium combustion plants (MCPs) to include specific screening rules for hydrogen and gas oil substitutes. Operators of new hydrogen-fired plants may benefit from simplified air impact assessments, while existing hydrogen facilities face more rigorous stage 2 screening requirements.

31 Mar 2026, 21:27gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Germany Adopts Hydrogen Acceleration Act and Consults on Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan

Germany has enacted the Hydrogen Acceleration Act and initiated the 2025 Gas and Hydrogen Network Plan to fast-track national infrastructure rollout. The framework streamlines permitting and capacity reservation, providing the legal certainty required for industrial players to commit to long-term hydrogen-based decarbonization.

31 Mar 2026, 21:26bundestag.deGermanyEuropean Union

European Commission Approves €6 Billion Italian State Aid Scheme for Renewable Hydrogen

The European Commission has approved a €6 billion Italian State aid scheme to subsidize renewable hydrogen production through 2029. This provides a stable financial framework for industrial decarbonization and transport projects, signaling a significant scale-up of hydrogen infrastructure in Southern Europe.

30 Mar 2026, 18:00ec.europa.euEuropean UnionItaly

EU Council Seeks EESC and CoR Opinions on Energy Infrastructure Permitting Directive (COM(2025)1007)

The EU Council is advancing a proposal to significantly accelerate permitting for renewable energy, grid, and hydrogen infrastructure through streamlined digital portals and tacit approval mechanisms. Businesses should prepare for faster project lead times and reduced administrative hurdles for energy-intensive operations and infrastructure deployment as the EU prioritizes rapid decarbonization.

29 Mar 2026, 19:06eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Italian Council of Ministers Approves Draft Decree Implementing Directive (EU) 2024/1788 on Gas and Hydrogen Markets

Italy has granted preliminary approval to a draft decree transposing EU Directive 2024/1788, establishing the national framework for renewable gas and hydrogen markets. This development signals a shift toward integrated low-carbon infrastructure and enhanced consumer protections, requiring energy operators to prepare for new network access and transparency rules.

29 Mar 2026, 18:32governo.itItaly

EU Commission Approves €144 Million French State Aid for HyforSeeds Hydrogen Production

The European Commission approved €144 million in French State aid for HyforSeeds to scale up renewable and low-carbon hydrogen production for the fertilizer industry. This decision reinforces the EU's commitment to decarbonizing energy-intensive chemical sectors and signals ongoing financial support for industrial-scale green hydrogen infrastructure.

29 Mar 2026, 06:10ec.europa.euEuropean UnionFrance

DESNZ Adds Further Clarification Questions For ECC Teesside CCUS Selection Process

The UK government has issued final technical clarifications for the East Coast Cluster (ECC) Teesside CCUS selection process ahead of the April 2026 application deadline. Applicants must now finalize project-specific cost estimates and commercial pathways, noting increased flexibility on investment timing but strict adherence to infrastructure connection requirements.

28 Mar 2026, 20:36gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Netherlands Clarifies Climate Impacts and Conditions of Draft Tata Steel Subsidy Agreement

The Dutch government has clarified the conditions for a €2 billion decarbonization subsidy for Tata Steel, mandating a transition to green hydrogen by 2037. This signals a shift toward "tailor-made" industrial agreements that link state aid to specific technology milestones while deferring upstream emission controls to broader EU regulations.

28 Mar 2026, 20:26open.overheid.nlNetherlands

EU Commission Approves Spanish State Aid Scheme For EV Battery And Hydrogen Fuel Cell Production

The European Commission has approved a €200 million Spanish state aid scheme to support EV battery and hydrogen fuel cell production through June 2026. This provides a time-limited opportunity for manufacturers to secure direct grants for industrial scaling and supply chain localization within Spain’s green energy sector.

28 Mar 2026, 16:09eur-lex.europa.euSpain

Netherlands Assesses Economic Impact of Preferred Rotterdam The Hague Airport Decision

The Dutch government has published the economic underpinning for the preferred development path of Rotterdam The Hague Airport, proposing stricter noise limits and SAF mandates that exceed EU ReFuelEU requirements. Airlines and operators face significant cost increases from accelerated fleet renewal and the requirement for 100% SAF or zero-emission propulsion for future growth capacity.

27 Mar 2026, 18:38zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

Netherlands ILT Publishes HUF Assessment of Draft Rotterdam The Hague Airport Decree

The Dutch Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT) has issued its enforceability assessment of the draft Rotterdam The Hague Airport Decree, signaling a move toward stricter environmental and operational controls. Operators and developers should prepare for more rigorous noise reporting, specific mandates for non-fossil propulsion in 'innovation spaces,' and tighter land-use restrictions in the airport's vicinity.

27 Mar 2026, 18:38zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

EU and Australia Conclude Negotiations on Free Trade Agreement

The EU and Australia concluded FTA negotiations in March 2026, set to eliminate tariffs on nearly all industrial goods, including chemicals and plastics. The agreement streamlines market access through regulatory cooperation on conformity assessments and secures critical raw material supply chains for the green transition.

27 Mar 2026, 08:27policy.trade.ec.europa.euEuropean UnionAustralia

UK Government Updates Hydrogen Heating Overview Following HSE Safety Assessment

The UK HSE has finalized its safety assessment for 100% hydrogen heating, signaling a cautious regulatory progression for hydrogen in the domestic energy mix. Strategic focus remains on heat pumps and networks, but the upcoming government consultation will define the long-term market viability for hydrogen-ready technologies and infrastructure.

27 Mar 2026, 07:48gov.ukUnited Kingdom

UK Government Updates Hydrogen Skills and Standards for Heat With Final Hydrogen Safety Research Reports

The UK government has released final technical research reports on hydrogen heating safety, detailing material suitability for sealants, alloys, and metallic components in gas infrastructure. These findings will underpin forthcoming BSI standards and installer competence frameworks, signaling a shift in technical requirements for manufacturers and service providers in the hydrogen heating supply chain.

27 Mar 2026, 07:48gov.ukUnited Kingdom