Joint Message for Accelerating
Social Implementation of Green Hydrogen
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Ms. Yuriko Koike
Governor of Tokyo, Japan
- Confronting the looming climate crisis is a duty we bear today to safeguard the future for
generations to come. Undaunted by the crisis facing us, Tokyo has taken the lead in the
movement to build a hydrogen society through advanced initiatives, including the world’s
first market trading of Green Hydrogen.
Spurred on by this HENCA Tokyo 2025, we will decisively and more aggressively advance the deployment of hydrogen, one of the key solutions to realizing a decarbonized society.
By working and acting together with countries, cities, companies, and organizations around the world, we can build the momentum needed to realize a sustainable society.
To pass on a more prosperous world to the next generation, let us strengthen city-to-city and public-private collaboration and work together to build a hydrogen society full of possibilities. -
Mr. Noé van Hulst
Vice-Chair,
International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy (IPHE) - Japan is a global leader in building a clean hydrogen market and a source of inspiration for other countries in the world. Clean hydrogen is critical for decarbonising hard-to-abate sector like steel, refineries, shipping and aviation. Clean hydrogen also helps to improve energy security and create new economic activity and jobs. There is a need for international cooperation because no country can do it alone. At the IPHE, we work on exchange of information on hydrogen policies and learning from best practices. In addition we stimulate the global hydrogen trade by paving the way for global standards, mutual recognition of certification schemes for lowering trade barriers.
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Mr. Anthony Lean
Secretary of the Department of Climate Change, Energy,
the Environment and Water, New South Wales Government, Australia - New South Wales (NSW) is proud to once again contribute to HENCA and to strengthen our
partnership with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. Last year, I had the privilege of
sharing NSW’s vision for hydrogen, and I am pleased to continue that conversation.
NSW is Australia’s largest state by population and economy. With abundant renewable resources, a skilled workforce, and established infrastructure, we are well-positioned to become a trusted supplier of clean hydrogen and renewable fuels.
Through the $3 billion NSW Hydrogen Strategy and the Investment Delivery Authority, we are enabling large-scale projects to move from planning to delivery with confidence. Milestones such as Orica’s green hydrogen project, the Port of Newcastle Clean Energy Precinct, and the Moree hydrogen hub demonstrate our progress in 2025.
International partnerships, including with Tokyo, are essential to building hydrogen supply chains and advancing the global energy transition. Together, we can create a cleaner, more prosperous future. -
Ms. Nancy Sutley
Deputy Mayor,
Energy and Sustainability,
City of Los Angeles - The City of Los Angeles is honored to share the city's commitment to a clean energy future. Los Angeles is actively pursuing ambitious goals, including the development of massive underground hydrogen storage, to achieve a carbon-free grid. This initiative, alongside strong collaborations, underscores Los Angeles's dedication to innovation, equity, and long-term sustainability in building a resilient energy future for all.
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Mr. Hendrik Wüst
Minister President,
State of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany - Japan and Germany have enjoyed a close and trusting friendship. This friendship is particularly important to us in North Rhine-Westphalia. Japan is a particularly important partner for North Rhine-Westphalia. Our economies face common challenges: becoming climate-neutral and remaining economically strong. Hydrogen plays a key role here. We in North Rhine-Westphalia have set ourselves the goal of becoming a pioneer in the development of a hydrogen economy in Europe. The development of a hydrogen economy will succeed if North Rhine-Westphalia works closely with other partners. We are already working closely with the prefectures of Osaka, Fukushima and Aichi in the field of hydrogen. And the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is a particularly valuable partner for us. We are very, very grateful for this. It is a collaboration that we would like to both continue and expand.
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Mr. Stéphane Beaudet
Mayor of Évry-Courcouronnes
Vice-President of Île-de-France Regional Council - Île-de-France Region is committed to accelerating the implementation of hydrogen as a
cornerstone of our ambitious energy and climate strategy, adopted in 2018. We are moving
from planning to concrete action, with over €21 million already allocated to the development
of a strong local ecosystem around hydrogen.
Our strategy focuses on two pillars: supporting the production and distribution of low-carbon hydrogen, while promoting its uses. Our region has already supported some 20 major projects across the hydrogen value chain, ranging from the deployment of 15 distribution stations across the territory, to the purchase of 47 new hydrogen-powered buses, as well as the creation of the Hydrogen Club, a regional platform of 105 members that promotes collaboration between public and private sectors.
We believe hydrogen is essential for intensive mobility where batteries fall short (buses, trucks, taxis) as it ensures both zero emissions and operational efficiency. By industrialising the sector and strengthening international partnerships, we will make hydrogen a competitive and clean reality for a net-zero future. -
Mr. Waleid Gamal Eldien
Chairman,
Suez Canal Economic Zone - As a dynamic hub for sustainable industries, the Suez Canal Economic Zone is working to
harness its strategic advantages, advanced infrastructure, renewable energy resources to
support the growth of future oriented sectors.
We are committed to building strong partnerships, encouraging innovation, and fostering international cooperation to create impactful and scalable projects. Through these efforts, the SCZONE seeks to play an active role in advancing global sustainability, energy resilience and shared prosperity. -
Dr. Fiona Simon
CEO of the Australian Hydrogen Council (AHC)
- Japan continues to lead on hydrogen, and we in Australia are deeply committed to working
with you and others to see this transition succeed.
Yes, there have been challenges — higher costs, project delays, and shifting expectations — but that has also sharpened our focus. We are clearer now on where hydrogen is essential: shipping, aviation, fertilisers, and green iron. We are also clearer that success comes from building confidence, policy frameworks, and infrastructure that people can rely on.
Australia is making real progress, with new policy measures and projects now advancing. But no country can do this alone. The real opportunity is in working together — aligning efforts, building trust, and sharing lessons so that hydrogen becomes not just a promise, but a dependable part of our shared energy future. -
Mr. Shohan Seneviratne
Chief Executive Officer, Murchison Hydrogen Renewables
- Murchison Green Hydrogen, developed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), is a
flagship project driving Australia’s clean energy transition. Harnessing abundant onshore
wind and solar, the project will produce renewable hydrogen and green ammonia at scale,
positioning Australia as a leading exporter of clean energy.
Recognised with Major Project Status by the Commonwealth Government and Lead Agency Status by the WA Government, the project benefits from streamlined approvals and coordinated support. These advantages are further strengthened by the State Development Coordination and Facilitation Bill 2025, which aims to fast-track strategic infrastructure delivery like Murchison.
As the first recipient of the Australian Hydrogen Headstart program, the project has secured substantial production-based funding to close the gap between renewable hydrogen production costs and prevailing market prices. This is complemented by the Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive, which provides a $2/kg refundable tax offset, further enhancing project competitiveness.
Together, these initiatives demonstrate a strong national commitment to renewable energy and showcase how strategic public–private collaboration can unlock Australia’s green hydrogen potential and support global decarbonisation. -
Mr. Driss Berraho
Executive Vice-President,
Business Development
Green Hydrogen,
ACWA Power - To build a sustainable and socially inclusive green hydrogen economy, we must innovate and
strengthen global partnerships to achieve our joint goals.
As a first mover in green hydrogen, ACWA Power is advancing research, technology exchange, and supply chain development to scale up the global hydrogen economy and unlock its social and environmental benefits. By leveraging our renewable energy expertise, we aim to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen solutions, enhance energy security, and contribute meaningfully to global decarbonisation efforts. Our projects across Saudi Arabia, Uzbekistan, Egypt, Tunisia, Morrocco and Indonesia are not only driving technological innovation but also creating new economic opportunities, including thousands of jobs across the emerging green hydrogen economy.
At ACWA Power, we declare our commitment to accelerating global hydrogen projects that advance sustainable growth, support climate action, and promise more prosperous future for generations to come. -
Dr. Masami Takenaka
Lead Executive Officer Senior General Manager,
Green Solution Project, Asahi Kesei Corporation - Green hydrogen is essential for achieving carbon neutrality as a fuel for automobiles and
power generation, a raw material for chemicals, and a means of storing and transporting
energy.
To accelerate the deployment of green hydrogen, it is necessary to improve economic rationality through policy-driven environmental improvements in each country and global collaboration among companies.
Asahi Kasei will contribute to the realization of a sustainable carbon-neutral society by leveraging its long-accumulated expertise in materials and chemical technologies to help build a hydrogen supply chain through public-private collaboration. -
Mr. Yoshinori Kanehana
Chairman of the Board,
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. - Green hydrogen is not just a future energy source—it’s essential for building a sustainable
society. At Kawasaki Heavy Industries, our liquefied hydrogen supply chain development
project is making steady progress.
But we can’t do it alone. Let’s come together—governments, businesses, municipalities, and citizens—to share our wisdom and experience. Let’s make green hydrogen a familiar part of everyday life.
By embracing technological innovation and strengthening international collaboration, we can ensure a stable supply and growing demand. Together, we can leave behind a thriving planet for the next generation. Let’s take that step forward—together. -
Dr. Daishu Hara
Senior Director, New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization, Hydrogen and Ammonia Department
- On this day, at HENCA, distinguished experts from around the world have gathered in unison. I am deeply convinced that the wisdom crystallized through the exchange of your insights here will serve as a vital driving force in guiding the steady and unwavering progress toward the realization of a hydrogen society.