Denmark – By putting into effect a new executive order that permits the issuance of certificates of origin for hydrogen, Denmark has made a substantial advancement toward meeting its climate goals.
This decision allows Power-to-X (PtX) participants to sell and exchange green hydrogen beginning on July 1, 2023, promoting accountability and openness in the renewable energy industry. Guarantees of origin were previously only offered for heat, electricity, and gas, which restricted the capacity of energy firms to show their involvement in green energy. It is now possible to validate the generation of hydrogen using renewable energy sources thanks to the addition of hydrogen, a vital part of the PtX process.
This feature gives PtX players a variety of ways to highlight their green hydrogen supply, and businesses and consumers can now publicly acknowledge their use of this renewable energy source. Denmark wants to hasten the transition to a green society and advance indirect electrification through PtX technology by allowing warranties of origin for hydrogen.
Moving PtX forward
The development of fuels and chemicals that can take the place of fossil-based products in challenging industries including shipping, aviation, agriculture, some portions of industry, and heavy road transportation is made possible by PtX technology. PtX is essential for attaining Denmark’s long-term objective of achieving climate neutrality by 2050 because these sectors have been difficult to fully decarbonize.
The Danish Energy Agency highlights that ensuring that the hydrogen utilized in these processes is produced from sustainable energy sources is essential to moving the PtX process ahead. Instilling confidence among stakeholders and promoting the wider adoption of green hydrogen, the introduction of warranties of origin for hydrogen offers the essential verification.
Role model
Denmark serves as a role model for other nations attempting to build sustainable and decarbonized economies by allowing the production, trade, and use of green hydrogen. The adoption of this executive order reinforces Denmark’s status as a pioneer in renewable energy innovation in addition to aligning with its ambitious climate ambitions.
Given the growing need for renewable energy solutions worldwide, this new regulation could have an impact outside of Denmark. Denmark supports global efforts to prevent climate change and make the transition to a low-carbon future by building a strong framework for green hydrogen certification.
