- Germany and Norway aim to supply hydrogen by 2030.
- A joint feasibility study by Gassco and DENA will be presented in spring 2023.
- The project includes hydrogen transport from Norway to Germany and CO2 transport from Germany to Norway.
- Both countries will use blue hydrogen during the transition period.
Partnership and Goals
Germany and Norway have agreed to strengthen their partnership on energy, climate policy, and industrial transformation. Their shared goals include achieving climate targets, creating green industries and jobs, and enhancing energy security.
Hydrogen Supply by 2030
Both countries aim to ensure a large-scale hydrogen supply with the necessary infrastructure from Norway to Germany by 2030. This will be based on a step-by-step approach to explore the technical and economic feasibility, particularly through a large-scale pipeline.
Feasibility Study
A joint feasibility study, commissioned to Gassco and DENA, will assess the large-scale transport of hydrogen from Norway to Germany and CO2 transport from Germany to Norway. The study involves numerous industrial partners, with results expected in spring 2023.
Hydrogen Market Development
Norway is committed to contributing to the hydrogen market development in Germany and the EU. Both countries recognize the challenges in building value chains and a functioning European hydrogen market and will work to accelerate the necessary framework.
Transition and Environmental Standards
During the transition period, both countries will use hydrogen produced from natural gas with Carbon Capture and Storage (blue hydrogen) to achieve high volumes with low emissions. They will ensure environmental and climate integrity by establishing high standards for Carbon Capture and Storage.
Climate-Neutral Economy
Germany and Norway are committed to pursuing efforts to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees and will work together towards a climate-neutral economy. They aim to secure sustainable and forward-looking energy solutions, contributing to the goals of the Paris Agreement.
