HYDROGEN MARKET ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR DENMARK AND GERMANY

The significant European focus on green hydrogen as an important energy carrier in the green energy transition is the basis for an intensified cooperation between the German and Danish transmission system operators, Gasunie and Energinet 1 , on planning and realization of a crossborder hydrogen infrastructure.

The cooperation started in 2020 resulting in a publication of a joint Pre - Feasibility Study for a Danish-German Hydrogen Network (April 2021), assessing the potentials of a hydrogen interconnection between the countries. In August 2022 Gasunie and Energinet have strengthened the basis for their cooperation by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This includes elaboration on the initial technical design, coordination of the project realiza - tion plans and necessary milestones on both sides of the border, aligned development of the market models and operational frameworks as well as further aspects.

Market signals, requesting a crossborder hydrogen infra - structure by end of this decade become stronger. Also, the political focus on green hydrogen and the need for a crossborder infrastructure have been intensified in both countries. The recent political joint Declaration of Intent focuses on a cooperation between the countries and the rollout of a hydrogen infrastructure from the year 2028. The aim of this report is to provide information about the current expectations for the hydrogen market develop - ment in both countries and assess next steps, needed for a realization of a crossborder hydrogen infrastructure.

Both companies see necessity and added value in the continuous and transparent dialogue with all relevant stakeholders to enhance the assessment of the infra - structure value and reduce financial risks of hydrogen related investments.

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