Green Hydrogen as a Gamechanger: Opportunities, Challenges, and Public Acceptance

A House of Commons debate on Green Hydrogen

Green hydrogen could play a key role in the energy supply system of the future. It will be especially important for storing energy—ensuring we have enough electricity even when the sun isn’t shining and the wind isn’t blowing. However, numerous technical, economic, and social challenges still hinder the widespread adoption of hydrogen.

Germany will probably not be able to produce all the green hydrogen it needs and will likely have to rely on imports. Additionally, hydrogen production remains comparatively expensive compared to other energy sources. Public awareness and acceptance of hydrogen as a key technology in the energy transition also remain limited.

What role could green hydrogen play in our future energy system if we overcome these challenges? Is Germany becoming too dependent on other countries for its energy needs? And how can we address public concerns and misconceptions about hydrogen?

We will explore these questions together—with you and our experts.

Featured speakers: 
●    Dr Michelle Browne, Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin
●    Pantea Sadat-Razavi, IZES - Sustainable Development and Social Dimensions of Future Energy Systems, Saarbrücken
●    Chris Jones, University of Portsmouth

Moderation: Grace Dobush, freelance journalist

In the spirit of the House of Commons debate, the audience will contribute to the discussion and to show their approval or dissent by changing seats. After the discussion, the audience is cordially invited to stay and join the experts for informal chats and drinks.

Language: English

Admission: from 5.30 pm

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