The state of play for hydrogen

The state of play for hydrogen

January 23, 2026 · 18 min · Season 2 · Episode 20

About this episode

The episode discusses the current state and future potential of hydrogen as an energy source, highlighting challenges and growth prospects.

Enthusiasm for hydrogen has surged in recent years. The most abundant element in the universe, it offers a wide range of potential energy applications, and many governments now see it as an important part of the solution to their energy challenges. Much of the focus has been on low‑emissions hydrogen. But building markets around a still‑emerging technology is far from straightforward. In this episode, IEA Energy Technology Analyst José Bermudez explores the obstacles that have slowed progress – and discusses why production could still grow strongly between now and 2030.

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