The Budapest Hydrogen Summit returns this year for its highly anticipated third edition, scheduled to take place on 10 April 2024 in the Hotel Marriott in Budapest, Hungary. The leading hydrogen forum in Central and Eastern Europe will once again bring together industry leaders, policymakers and experts from more than 25 countries, to delve into the latest developments and opportunities in hydrogen technology.
As the world grapples with pressing climate goals and the imperative to accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future, the 3rd Budapest Hydrogen Summit will serve as a pivotal platform for exploring the vital role of hydrogen in this global endeavour. Against this backdrop, esteemed speakers from diverse backgrounds and expertise will share their insights and perspectives on the development of the hydrogen economy. Join them to find out about the opportunities and challenges in harnessing the full power of hydrogen on our way towards a net-zero future.
Among the distinguished speakers slated to participate in this year’s summit are Mirela Atanasiu, Executive Director of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership – a prominent European Partnership which aims to accelerate the development and deployment of a European value chain for clean hydrogen technologies – who will shed light on the strategic initiatives and collaborative efforts driving the advancement of clean hydrogen technologies, highlighting key milestones and future directions for the industry.
Bert De Backker, Policy Manager EAME at ExxonMobil’s Low Carbon Solutions business will offer valuable insights on the role of hydrogen in decarbonising industries and achieving carbon neutrality and present ExxonMobil’s activities to identify and deliver high-impact projects for customers across industries, including manufacturing, power and transportation.
At the Budapest Hydrogen Summit, we will hear about flagship projects that advance hydrogen deployment in the region. Stephan Bauer, Head of Green Gas Technology at RAG Austria AG will introduce the EUH2STARS project an ambitious international initiative paving the way towards the future of European underground hydrogen storage.
Ákos Kriston, CEO of Hungarian Gas Storage (HGS) will shed light on the status of the Aquamarine project, which aims to implement an electrolysis system with approximately 2,5 MW total performance at the Kardoskut Underground Gas Storage site of HGS.
Leaders of regional gas transmission system operators such as Hungary’s FGSZ, Romania’s Transgaz, Bulgaria’s Bulgartransgaz and Ukraine’s GTSOU will also attend the Budapest Hydrogen Summit to assess the repurposing of the gas infrastructure and how it can support hydrogen deployment.
Responding to the fast-expanding green energy demand of the region, Tobias Puklavec, CTO and Chairman of the Governing Board of Green Energy Park will share the story and mission of Green Energy Park, located on the island of Krk in Croatia which aims to unlock the value chain of renewable ammonia, distributed into South-Central-Europe.
The hydrogen economy spans several industries. In a thematic discussion, Virág Mészáros, CEO of HUMDA (Hungarian Mobility Development Agency) and leaders of hydrogen mobility will examine the role of hydrogen in fostering sustainable transportation solutions, showcasing successful initiatives and collaborative projects driving the adoption of hydrogen-powered vehicles and infrastructure.
These esteemed speakers will engage in dynamic discussions, sharing their expertise and vision for the future of hydrogen as a cornerstone of the global energy transition. The Budapest Hydrogen Summit promises to be a landmark event, driving collaboration, innovation and investment in the hydrogen economy.
Join the 3rd Budapest Hydrogen Summit and become a proactive member of the up-and-coming hydrogen market. Let’s build the hydrogen future together!
The Budapest Hydrogen Summit will be organised in the Hotel Marriott in Budapest. Further information is available on the event’s website.