The International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme (H2Uppp) has launched a new call for PPP project ideas aimed at accelerating the development of green hydrogen and Power-to-X markets in Brazil. The call invites innovative project concepts spanning the hydrogen value chain, from production and conversion to storage, transport, and end use.
Applications are open until 30 March 2026.
This action is jointly financed by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) and the European Union through the EUROCLIMA programme. It is implemented under BMWE’s International Hydrogen Ramp-Up Programme (H2Uppp). Through H2Uppp, German and European companies work alongside local partners to develop concrete hydrogen projects in key international markets.
Public–private partnerships at the core
H2Uppp is structured around public–private cooperation projects (PPP-projects), combining public-sector expertise, networks and funding with private-sector innovation and investment. The approach aims to enable commercially viable green hydrogen and PtX projects while generating long-term development impacts in partner countries. Results and lessons learned from supported projects are shared publicly to contribute to broader market development.
Two funding models available
The Call for PPP-Project Ideas offers two partnership formats:
- Cooperation agreements, with public contribution of up to €300,000, implemented jointly by GIZ and the participating company.
- Service agreements, providing up to €200,000 for services delivered by the company.
In both models, companies are required to contribute at least 50 per cent of total project costs. Projects may run for up to 18 months. Eligible applicants include German and other European companies, with Brazilian and other local firms able to participate as consortium partners. Lead companies must be based in the European Union, demonstrate financial stability and show relevant technical and organisational experience. Consortia are explicitly encouraged.
For further information and to access the application form, click here.
