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South Korea Hosts International Forum on Promoting Hydrogen Energy

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Energy experts from around the world gathered in Busan, South Korea, to discuss ways to promote international cooperation in the hydrogen sector. The 2025 International Clean Hydrogen Forum brought together 150 officials from various organizations, academia, and the private sector to explore the future of renewable energy and efforts to transition to a hydrogen economy. The event coincided with the World Climate Expo, which aims to tackle climate change and promote renewable energy. South Korea has taken a significant step by enacting a special bill to foster the growth of the hydrogen economy, and several organizations have signed a memorandum of understanding to work together to advance the industry.

Key Takeaways:

  • The 2025 International Clean Hydrogen Forum was held in Busan, South Korea, on Wednesday, bringing together energy experts from around the world to discuss international cooperation in the hydrogen sector.
  • The forum was attended by 150 officials from various organizations, including the International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy, International Renewable Energy Agency, Hydrogen Council, and academia.
  • South Korea has enacted a special bill aimed at fostering the growth of the hydrogen economy and creating a clean hydrogen industrial ecosystem.
  • The Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power Co., Korea Hydrogen Alliance, and Global Green Growth Institute signed a trilateral memorandum of understanding to work together to foster the growth of the hydrogen industry.
  • Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan emphasized the need for a full-cycle ecosystem for South Korea's hydrogen industry and pledged to expand special industrial complexes and provide support for research and development projects.
  • The forum coincided with the World Climate Expo, which aims to tackle climate change and promote renewable energy.
  • South Korea is set to host a meeting of energy ministers from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation member economies to discuss global energy security and respond to soaring electricity demand sparked by the growth of artificial intelligence and advanced industries.

Statistics:

  • 150 officials attended the 2025 International Clean Hydrogen Forum.
  • The forum took place at BEXCO convention center in Busan, about 325 kilometers southeast of Seoul.
  • The Korea Hydro and Nuclear Power Co., Korea Hydrogen Alliance, and Global Green Growth Institute signed a trilateral memorandum of understanding.
  • South Korea has enacted a special bill aimed at fostering the growth of the hydrogen economy.
  • The World Climate Expo is set to run from Wednesday to Thursday.

Sources:

  • The energy ministry
  • The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy
  • Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan

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