Council of Ministers' Resolution 63/2020- National Hydrogen Strategy

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Document approved

This document defines the national strategy for Hydrogen, promoting the gradual introduction of this gas as a sustainable pillar and integrated in the most comprehensive strategy of transition to a decarbonized economy. It was approved after a public consultation process that was complemented by the organization of six debate sessions with agents from the area of Innovation and Development, Industry, Transport, Energy, Training, Qualification and Employment.The main aim of this National Hydrogen Strategy (EN-H2) is to introduce an element of incentive and stability for the energy sector, promoting the gradual introduction of green hydrogen as a sustainable pillar and integrated into a broader strategy for the transition to a decarbonised economy, as a strategic opportunity for the country. To this end, the proposed measures aim to promote and boost both production and consumption in the various sectors of the economy, creating the necessary conditions for a true hydrogen economy in Portugal.