Germany Greenlights Nationwide Hydrogen Network

The 9,040-kilometer hydrogen core network aims to transform energy infrastructure, despite regional disparities.

The Federal Network Agency has approved the construction of Germany's hydrogen core network, set to span 9,040 kilometers.
The network will connect all federal states, with 60% of the infrastructure using repurposed natural gas pipelines.
Despite the network being smaller than initially planned, it is expected to facilitate the transport of up to 278 terawatt-hours of hydrogen annually.
Concerns have been raised about the network's regional disparities, particularly the lack of connections in southern Germany.
The project, estimated to cost nearly 19 billion euros, is a significant step towards reducing reliance on fossil fuels in favor of cleaner energy sources.