Date:

Monday, 25th November 2024
Time: 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm (GMT +7) / Online via Zoom
Language: English

 Objectives:

1. To present and disseminate the results of the study on trade dynamics of green H2 and derivative products in Southeast Asia

2. To facilitate discussion and recommendations from participants for planning future activities

Background:

The Southeast Asian region, with its abundant renewable energy resources and strategic geographical location, provides a ripe environment for the deployment of gH2 technologies. Countries such as Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam have already made significant strides in advancing their hydrogen agendas, recognising the immense potential of this clean energy vector in promoting economic growth, energy security and environmental stewardship. Moreover, the transformative impact of gH2 goes beyond its use as a fuel. Its derivatives, such as green ammonia, green methanol, and synthetic fuels, hold the key to decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors like shipping, aviation, and heavy industry. By harnessing these innovative pathways, Southeast Asia can unlock new opportunities for sustainable development while accelerating its transition to a low-carbon future. However, realising the full potential of gH2 in Southeast Asia will require concerted and informed efforts from policy makers, industry stakeholders and the wider community. This study explores the transformative potential of gH2 and its derivatives in reshaping Southeast Asia’s energy, transport and industrial landscapes, and aims to provide guidance for informed decision-making.

This study is conducted under the H2Uppp programme, which aims to support the H2 and PtX markets in SEA. In order to promote the development of green derivatives such as green ammonia, green methanol and other e-fuels made from gH2 and captured carbon dioxide (CO2), within the region, it is necessary to gain a full understanding of the regional context and analyse the potential and roles in the SEA market landscape. This includes a thorough analysis of the regional status and explore the potential roles that SEA countries could play either as exporters, importers or self-sufficient entities in this new emerging market. This study provides an overview of global trends and developments in gH2 and derivatives markets, and then delves into the Southeast Asian perspective, starting with an overview of current markets. It then analyses future trends along the entire value chain of production, conversion, transport and end-use of gH2 and derivative products in SEA. Opportunities for the region are analysed based on current drivers and barriers, the countries’ potential roles within a green hydrogen and derived products economy, and five high-potential use cases important to the region are highlighted as examples. The study concludes with recommendations and an outlook for the region.

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