German-African Green Hydrogen Forum : Conference Proceedings ; May 23rd - 24th, Bernburg (Saale)$dOrganized by: Prof. Dr. Markus Holz, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Scott, Sven Ortmann, Ana Beatriz Barbosa, Turiel do Nascimento

Abstract

Green hydrogen is incredible versatile as an energy carrier and has the potential to decarbonize a wide-range of sectors that can't normally use electrification for that end. It's worldwide support is increasing rapidly, and so are the possibilities of use in different industries. This growth in the hydrogen economy and global need for clean energy enables African coastal countries to become net exporters and key players in the renewable energy markets. In our forum we've discussed Africa's great potential of regenerative energy in the form of hydrogen and its derivatives that can be a path both to forming a global supply of green hydrogen and to enable better economic growth and generate wealth on the African continent. I would like to thank our speakers and participants for the engaging and dynamic discussions proposed during the forum, contributing for its success.We plan to establish the German-African Green Hydrogen Forum as a regular event, with an important partnership alongside the University of Namibia. I look forward to seeing you again at the second German-African Green Hydrogen Forum, set to take place in the capital of Namibia, Windhoek, from September 10th to 11th 2024.