Joint Message for Accelerating
Social Implementation of Green Hydrogen
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Ms. Yuriko Koike
Governor of Tokyo, Japan
- There is no time to waste in tackling the climate crisis. Tokyo will demonstrate leadership with groundbreaking initiatives, pushing forward the wider implementation of Green Hydrogen, which is crucial for realizing a decarbonized society.
Global cooperation, between countries, cities, companies, and organizations, is essential to address this global issue. Let us shape the future through concrete actions. Working together will help ensure the realization of global decarbonization and a more sustainable society.
Let us further deepen public-private collaboration, engaging all of Tokyo, Japan, and the global community, to create a brighter future together. -
Dr. Lana Saria
Advisor to the Minister for Natural Resources Economics,
Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources of the Republic of Indonesia - Indonesia has launched The National Hydrogen Strategy in December 2023. There are three strategies for the utilization of hydrogen: to support the development of renewable energy, to achieve the decarbonization target, and to use hydrogen as an export commodity. With the potential of RE energy amounting to almost 3,7 TW, Indonesia can potentially become a key player in producing green hydrogen worldwide. In contributing to Indonesia’s energy transition, hydrogen will be utilized in four sectors: Industrial, Transportation, Power Generation, and as an export commodity. We encourage building partnerships with international 8 organizations for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and trade to accelerate green hydrogen utilization worldwide.
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Mr. Anthony Lean
Secretary of the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, New South Wales Government, Australia
- The critical importance of international partnerships, such as those between NSW and Tokyo, cannot be overstated when it comes to tackling global challenges like climate change.
New South Wales is committed to advancing the hydrogen industry. With our abundant renewable resources, our large skilled workforce, and our ready infrastructure, we are well-positioned to lead in the production and export of green hydrogen.
Our initiatives, such as the $3 billion NSW Hydrogen Strategy and upcoming renewable fuel strategy foster innovation and reduce costs, making green hydrogen a practical and competitive energy solution.
Our partnership with Japan is also crucial. The recent Memoranda of Understanding signed between NSW and the Tokyo Metropolitan Government highlight our commitment to working together. By sharing knowledge and resources, we can grow and share the environmental and economic benefits from the global energy transition.
Together, we can create a sustainable and prosperous future. Let us work collaboratively to lead the way in the energy transition, ensuring a cleaner, thriving world for generations to come. -
H.E. Mr. Ricardo G. Rojas
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Chile
- In 2020, Chile presented its National Green Hydrogen Strategy, which aims to have 5GW of electrolysis capacity by 2025, to produce the cheapest Green Hydrogen on the planet by 2030, and be among the top 3 exporters by 2040. Chile is backed by consistent international assessments of the advantages for producing clean fuels and their export competitiveness regardless of the distance from main consumer centers.
Japan is an important partner in this regard, and we value that setting up this industry is a shared view. The Ministry of Energy of Chile signed a Memorandum of Cooperation on Energy Transition with METI on April, and a Memorandum of Understanding of strategic cooperation with JBIC on August 4, 2023.
We are approaching what Jules Verne envisioned 150 years ago in his novel The Mysterious Island when he wrote “I believe that one day water will be fuel, that the hydrogen and oxygen which constitute it, used alone or together, will provide an inexhaustible source of energy…”. -
Mr. Markus Exenberger
Executive Director, H2Global Foundation
- At H2Global, we are proud to be the sole green market maker, driving the social implementation of green hydrogen through strategic collaboration with Japan and other nations. Our recent pilot auction funded by the German government marks a significant milestone, resulting in the first inter-continental shipment of green ammonia. This achievement not only demonstrates our commitment but also paves the way for a robust clean hydrogen economy. Together, we are fostering a sustainable energy future, where countries like Japan will play a crucial role in realizing the potential of green hydrogen, fostering the start up of a clean hydrogen economy that is essential for a cleaner planet.
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Mr. Craig Carmody
CEO, Port of Newcastle
- As the world’s largest coal export port, we recognise the need to prepare for a future that relies on a reduced need for fossil fuels.
The time to prepare is now, which is why Port of Newcastle is committed to developing a Clean Energy Precinct and continuing to export energy to Asia across future generations. -
Mr. Hideaki Tanaka
Operating Officer, General Manager of Hydrogen Business Department, ENEOS Corporation
- To achieve carbon neutrality through the widespread adoption of next-generation energy, collaboration with companies worldwide and initiatives integrated with the energy policies of various countries are essential.
Hydrogen has the potential to contribute to the decarbonization of a wide range of economic activities, including power generation, transportation, and industrial sectors. We view hydrogen as one of the promising next-generation energies that holds the key to realizing carbon neutrality.
ENEOS will leverage fully the experience gained in the petroleum business and work on building an international hydrogen supply chain, thereby accelerating the large-scale implementation of hydrogen in society. -
Mr. Yoshinori Kanehana
Chairman, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd.
- Hydrogen is essential for achieving carbon neutrality.
Now is the time to take action for global sustainability. All countries are working towards carbon neutrality to make the earth sustainable.
We, Kawasaki Heavy Industries, are establishing a liquefied hydrogen supply chain for the stable supply of hydrogen as a mission of our company.
To achieve the common goal of carbon neutrality, Kawasaki develops technology with other companies and works closely with local governments to gain citizen's understanding of hydrogen, create demand, and expand the use of hydrogen. If each of us plays our part and works together, we can create a sustainable future. -
Mr. Eiji Ohira
Strategy Architect, Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Technology Office,
New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), Japan - It has been a global consensus that hydrogen will play an important role in achieving carbon neutrality.
Various policies to create hydrogen markets are being developed around the world.
Now is the time to accelerate concrete efforts.
Collaboration is particularly important in this effort. It is necessary to integrate not only technology but also knowledge and experience to create new value.
I hope that HENCA will become a place for various integration.