Checklist

Environmental

Energy & Carbon

Criteria

Renewability

Statement
The electricity consumed for all production processes (e.g., electrolysis, desalination, nitrogen removal, synthesis, etc.) stems from non-biogenic renewable sources.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International Renewable Energy Agency. (2022). Geopolitics of the energy transformation: The hydrogen factor (ISBN 978-92-9260-370-0). Bobadilla, Á., Cullacciati, F., & Hartmann, N. (2024). RFNBO compliance analysis of products produced from renewable hydrogen and different sources of CO₂ in Uruguay and Chile with the EU’s Renewable Energy Directive (Final report). Hinicio. Hank, C., Holst, M., Thelen, C., Kost, C., Längle, S., Schaadt, A., & Smolinka, T. (2023). Power-to-X country analyses – Site-specific, comparative analysis for suitable Power-to-X pathways and products in developing and emerging countries. Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE.
Criteria

Additionality

Statement
The electricity consumed for all production processes (e.g., electrolysis, desalination, nitrogen removal, synthesis etc.) is additional, i.e. it is supplied by generation of additional electricity that would not have been developed without the PtX project.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
O Malley, J. (2021, December 8). Drafting the future of clean hydrogen: Build Back Better with an additionality requirement. International Council on Clean Transportation. Uwe Langenmayr, Manuel Ruppert, “Renewable origin, additionality, temporal and geographical correlation – eFuels production in Germany under the RED II regime, Energy Policy”, Volume 183, 2023. International PtX Hub. (2023, April). Policy brief on EU requirements for renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. PtX Hub.
Criteria

GHG Emissions of the Product

Statement
The GHG emissions of the final product have been assessed and tracked according to relevant methodologies (e.g., RED II, IPHE, etc.) and, if relevant, are below the applicable thresholds.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2023, April). Policy brief on EU requirements for renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. PtX Hub. International PtX Hub. (2023, August). Introduction to the IPHE methodology: Determining the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production of hydrogen via electrolysis of water. PtX Hub. World Resources Institute & World Business Council for Sustainable Development. (2011). Product life cycle accounting and reporting standard. Greenhouse Gas Protocol Initiative. Tietze, V., Tsoumpa, M., & Ullrich, S. (2024). Green hydrogen certification schemes: Extended report (Version 2). Fichtner GmbH & Co. KG.
Criteria

Carbon Source

Statement
If a carbon source is required, the carbon (used as a feedstock for hydrogen derivatives, like methanol) is renewable and was not specifically introduced for this PtX process.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2024, February). Sustainability briefing #1: Carbon sources in the context of Power-to-X [PDF]. German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK); Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy. OECD. (2022). Direct air capture: A key technology for net zero. OECD Publishing. Arndt, J. (2024, March). An overview on carbon capture and storage or utilisation in South Africa [PDF]. PtX Hub. DECHEMA e.V. (2024, March). Sustainable carbon for Power-to-X: New report on capture methods and point sources [PDF]. PtX Hub. Reihle, C., & Scheyl, J.‑H. (2024, July). Identification of suitable carbon as feedstock for PtX products to be exported to Europe - PtX Hub

Water, Land & Biodiversity

Criteria

Water Usage

Statement
Water usage does not contribute to or cause water stress in the respective region. Water stress is the deterioration of water resources in terms of quantity (aquifer over-exploitation, dry rivers, etc.) and quality (eutrophication, organic matter pollution, saline intrusion, etc.).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Bryan, A., Hundertmark, T., Lueck, K., Morrison, J., Roen, W., Siccardo, G., & Tai, H. (2021, October 22). Managing water and climate risk with renewable energy. McKinsey & Company. Belhaj, F. (2025, March). The water-energy nexus: The path to solving the water crisis in the Middle East and North Africa [PDF]. Policy Center for the New South. Ausfelder, F., Blaumeiser, D., Boumrifak, C., Frank, D., Kotzur, M., Lucht Uribe, A., & Track, T. (2023, August). Water for sustainable hydrogen and follow-up PtX processes: Roadmap Water-for-X (p-20010034). DECHEMA e.V.
Criteria

Brine Disposal

Statement
If desalination is required, the brine is properly treated and disposed off, without inducing harm to aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
PtX Hub. (2024, February). Sustainability Briefing #2: Desalination in the context of Power-to-X [PDF]. PtX Hub. Sustainability Briefing #2: Desalination in the context of Power-to-X PtX Hub. (2023, November). Seawater desalination and wastewater reuse to produce green hydrogen and PtX in Chile [PDF]. PtX Hub. Panagopoulos A, Haralambous KJ. Environmental impacts of desalination and brine treatment - Challenges and mitigation measures. Mar Pollut Bull. 2020 Dec;161(Pt B):111773. doi: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2020.111773. Fernández-Torquemada, Y., Carratalá, A., & Sánchez Lizaso, J. L. (2019). Impact of brine on the marine environment and how it can be reduced. Desalination and Water Treatment, 167, 27–37.
Criteria

Biodiversity Implications

Statement
The construction and operation of all facilities along the supply chain has no negative impact on biodiversity, such as protected areas, on-shore and/or off-shore.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2023, October). Development of a sustainable carbon carrier for PtX use: From Namibia to a global market. PtX Hub. Henriette I. Jager, Rebecca A. Efroymson, Ryan A. McManamay, Renewable energy and biological conservation in a changing world, Biological Conservation, Volume 263, 2021. Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). (2024, January 30). Mainstreaming biodiversity into renewable power infrastructure [Report]. OECD Publishing.

Resources & Recycling

Criteria

Waste Prevention & Recycling

Statement
Along the supply chain, measures have been identified and implemented to ensure waste prevention and recycling, working towards a circular economy (in particular with regard to critical raw materials).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Roberts, D., Edo, M., Johansson, I., Hoffman, B., Becidan, M., Ciceri, G., Murphy, F., Trois, C., & Curran, T. P. (2022, April). Material and energy valorisation of waste in a circular economy (Final report). IEA Bioenergy Task 36. International Energy Agency. (2021). The role of critical minerals in clean energy transitions. Circular economy in the basic materials industry: opportunities and requirements for a successful transformation Mertens, J., Dewulf, J., Breyer, C. et al. From emissions to resources: mitigating the critical raw material supply chain vulnerability of renewable energy technologies.

Pollution & Safety

Criteria

Safe Material Handling

Statement
Along the supply chain, measures for the secure processing, transporting and storing of materials (including final products) have been identified and implemented.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2024, October). New training on safety of hydrogen, ammonia and methanol available. PtX Hub. Green Hydrogen Business Alliance. (2025, July 28). Guide: International green hydrogen standards.

Economic

Value Added & Decoupled Growth

Criteria

Local Development

Statement
The project contributes to national GDP growth and strengthens local productive networks (value added at local community level, jobs, circular economy, resilience, etc.).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Green Hydrogen Organisation. (2023, November 28). Green hydrogen could sustainably industrialise Africa and boost GDP by 6 to 12% in six key countries. Sarsar, L. (2025). Green hydrogen impact on economic growth: A cross-sectional analysis of 29 European countries. Renewable Energy, 246, 560–570. Algburi, S., Al-Dulaimi, O., Fakhruldeen, H. F., Khalaf, D. H., Hanoon, R. N., Jabbar, F. I., Hassan, Q., Al-Jiboory, A. K., & Kiconco, S. (2025). The green hydrogen role in the global energy transformations. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Transition, 8, 100118.

Energy Mix & Transformation

Criteria

Energy Transition

Statement
The project contributes to the national and regional/local energy transition towards renewables.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), GET.transform, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD), African Development Bank (AfDB), Ministry of Energy of Kenya, & African Union Commission. (2022, January 24). Long-term energy scenarios for developing national energy transition plans in Africa. United Nations Development Programme. (2025, February 3). What is the sustainable energy transition and why is it key to tackling climate change? UNDP Climate Promise. Wijaya, M. E., Rospriandana, N., Anugrah, P., Mulyaningsih, Y., Ortiz, D., Lazaroff, T., Akella, S., Gokarn, K., Akrofi, F., Tokareva, O., & Walinder, E. (2024). Local strategies for green hydrogen. ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability.

Trade & Technology Transfer

Criteria

Knowledge Transfer

Statement
The project facilitates technology and (local) knowledge transfer, e.g., through capacity building and trainings in collaboration with national/local partner institutions.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2024, May 27). Strengthening the future of green hydrogen in Tunisia: Creating a vision through comprehensive capacity building. PtX Hub. Nees, T. (2025). Establishing a training centre for green modular hydrogen systems in cooperation with Enapter GmbH and the Energy Research and Development Institute of Nakornping (ERDI) at Chiang Mai University in Thailand. GIZ GmbH.

Investment & Finance

Criteria

Infrastructure Development

Statement
The project contributes directly and indirectly to the establishment and improvement of infrastructure.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Ferdinand, N. (2025). The quality infrastructure system for green hydrogen: Creating the basis for the development of the emerging sector. Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt. International Energy Agency. (2025, September). Hydrogen production and infrastructure projects database.
Criteria

Public Finance & Revenue

Statement
The project will generate public revenues at national and local level (e.g., taxes).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International Finance Corporation, & International Energy Agency. (2023, June 21). Scaling up private finance for clean energy in emerging and developing economies. Green Hydrogen Organisation. (2022). Financing green hydrogen projects. International PtX Hub. (n.d.). PtX project finance training. PtX Hub.

Social

Access to Energy & Resources

Criteria

Access to Electricity

Statement
The construction and operation of all facilities along the supply chain does not impair electricity access for local communities and industries. Whenever possible, co-benefits for local stakeholders are considered (e.g., additional electricity is provided).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Pastore, L. M., Lo Basso, G., Ricciardi, G., & de Santoli, L. (2023). Smart energy systems for renewable energy communities: A comparative analysis of power-to-X strategies for improving energy self-consumption. Energy, 280, 128205. Battaglia, V., & Vanoli, L. (2024). Optimizing renewable energy integration in new districts: Power-to-X strategies for improved efficiency and sustainability. Energy, 305, 132312. International PtX Hub. (2024, February). Sustainability briefing #4: Benefits for local communities in the context of Power-to-X.
Criteria

Access to Water

Statement
The construction and operation of all facilities along the supply chain does not impair water access for local communities and industries. Whenever possible, co-benefits for local stakeholders are considered (e.g., water access through desalination).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Liu, Q., Flores-Alsina, X., Ramin, E., & Gernaey, K. V. (2024). Making waves: Power-to-X for the Water Resource Recovery Facilities of the future. Water Research, 257, 118078. International PtX Hub. (2021, March 30). Is there enough land and water for sustainable Power-to-X production? Basaria, N. (2024, February 2). A first look at water demand for green hydrogen and concerns and opportunities with desalination. International PtX Hub.

Human Rights & Labour Standards

Criteria

Compliance with (Inter-) National & Regional Human Rights and Labour Standards

Statement
During all construction and operational activities along the supply chain, (inter)national labour rights and standards are actively followed/respected. This applies also to migrant and temporary workers under subcontracts.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International Labour Organization. (n.d.). International labour standards. Titievskaia, J., Zamfir, I., & Handeland, C. (2021, March). WTO rules: Compatibility with human and labour rights (EPRS Briefing PE 689.359). European Parliamentary Research Service. European Court of Human Rights. (2021, August). European Convention on Human Rights (as amended by Protocols Nos. 11, 14, and 15, supplemented by Protocols Nos. 1, 4, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 16). Council of Europe. Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). (2024, February). Human Rights Strategy for German Development Policy. International Labour Organization. (2024, April). ILO Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work and its Follow-up. ILO_1998_Declaration_EN.pdf amended at the 110th Session (2022)
Criteria

Equal Opportunities & Inclusion

Statement
Equal opportunities and inclusion for all individuals and groups are guiding principles in all project-related activities (both internal and external).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2025, February). Gender sensitivity manual for facilitators, moderators and trainers. Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). (2022, November 2). G7 report on gender equality and diversity in the energy sector. European Hydrogen Safety Panel. (2023, May 1). EHSP guidance on hydrogen safety engineering (v1-Final). Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking. Hydrogen Safety Panel. (2012, May). Hydrogen safety checklist. U.S. Department of Energy.

Health & Safety

Criteria

Health & Safety Safeguards

Statement
During all construction and operational activities along the supply chain, health and safety measures for workers and local communities are effectively implemented and monitored.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
European Hydrogen Safety Panel. (2023, May 1). EHSP guidance on hydrogen safety engineering (v1-Final). Clean Hydrogen Joint Undertaking. Hydrogen Safety Panel. (2012, May). Hydrogen safety checklist. U.S. Department of Energy. International PtX Hub. (2024, October 27). How safe are hydrogen, ammonia and methanol? PtX Hub.

Jobs & Skills

Criteria

Local & Regional Job Creation

Statement
Along the supply chain, the project creates job opportunities for the local and regional work force and contributes to capacity building, (re-)skilling and training.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2024, February). Sustainability Briefing #5: Skills & jobs in the context of Power-to-X. PtX Hub. International PtX Hub. (2023, August). Skills needs and gap analysis in Namibia’s PtX sector. PtX Hub. International PtX Hub. (2024, July). Kenya’s path to a Power-to-X economy: A skills development perspective. PtX Hub.

Governance

Standards & Certification

Criteria

Compliance with Standards & Certification

Statement
Along the supply chain, the need to comply with standards and certification has been accounted for and a first assessment of what is needed for the project has been conducted. This includes technical and product standardisation.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2023, April). Policy brief on EU requirements for renewable hydrogen and its derivatives. PtX Hub. Gericke, N., & Thomas, S. (2022, June). Certification of green hydrogen: Recent efforts and developments in the European Union. Sino-German Energy Partnership. International PtX Hub. (2023, August). Hydrogen Certification 101. PtX Hub. Green Hydrogen Business Alliance. (2025, February 3). Study: A roadmap to national green hydrogen standards in Namibia. Green Hydrogen Business Alliance.

Transparency & Participation

Criteria

Transparent Communication

Statement
For all activities along the supply chain affecting (neighbouring) communities, information is transparently, publicly and timely communicated.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Ross, L., & Day, M. (2022). Community energy planning: Best practices and lessons learned in NREL’s work with communities. National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe. (2025, April 29). Community engagement and fair benefit sharing of renewable energy projects. CAN Europe. Romero-Lankao, P., Rosner, N., Efroymson, R. A., Parisch, E. S., Blanco, L., Smolinski, S., & Kline, K. (2023). Community engagement and equity in renewable energy projects: A literature review (NREL/TP-5400-87113). National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Ishola, A. O., Odunaiya, O. G., & Soyombo, O. T. (2024). Stakeholder communication framework for successful implementation of community-based renewable energy projects. International Journal of Frontiers in Science and Technology Research, 7(2), 25–43.
Criteria

Stakeholder Engagement

Statement
Along the supply chain, measures have been identified to promote effective stakeholder engagement. This should also account for concerns and needs of vulnerable groups (e.g, via FPIC).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International PtX Hub. (2024, February). Sustainability Briefing #6: Stakeholder participation in the context of Power-to-X. PtX Hub. Wesso, R., Brandt, F., & Takolia, E. (Eds.). (2023, November). Green hydrogen community development toolkit (2nd ed.). Green Hydrogen South Africa. Adow, M., Wemanya, A., Opfer, K., Nweke-Eze, C., Njamnshi, A. B., Fernández, J., & Singer, S. (2022, January 26). Green hydrogen production and Power-to-X products in Africa: Civil society perspectives. Germanwatch.
Criteria

Corruption Prevention

Statement
Along the supply chain, corruption risks have been assessed to implement effective anti-bribery measures and establish whistle-blowing channels.
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
Rahman, K. (2020, October 15). Anti-corruption in the renewable energy sector. U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre, Chr. Michelsen Institute. United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime. (2022). Background note on mitigating corruption risks in renewable energy (G20 Anti-Corruption Resources). Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. (2021). Frequently asked questions: How to address bribery and corruption risks in mineral supply chains. Lorscheid, K., & Wollnik, C. (Eds.). (2018). Preventing corruption in the supply chain: How companies can address challenges. Alliance for Integrity, Partnership for Sustainable Textiles, & Global Compact Network Germany. Robinson, M. (2023, August 16). OGP and EITI: A shared agenda on anti-corruption and the energy transition. Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative.

Policy Commitment & Coherence

Criteria

National Policy Coherence

Statement
The overarching goal of the project is in line with national policies and strategies (e.g., hydrogen/PtX roadmaps, national sectorial/energy policies or mobility strategies).
Answer
  • No
  • Partially
  • To be determined
  • Yes
  • Not applicable
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Explanation
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References
International Renewable Energy Agency. (2020). Green hydrogen: A guide to policy making. International Renewable Energy Agency. (2022, March). Green hydrogen for industry: A guide to policy making. Cammeraat, E., Dechezleprêtre, A., & Lalanne, G. (2022). Innovation and industrial policies for green hydrogen (OECD Science, Technology and Industry Policy Papers No. 1252). Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Herdem, M. S., & Nathwani, J. (2024, December 4). A beginner’s guide for policymakers and governance for a green hydrogen ecosystem. Balsillie School of International Affairs.
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