Rotterdam Hosts Event to Boost Hydrogen Collaboration
Rotterdam, Wednesday, 30 July 2025.
On September 25, hydrogen experts in Rotterdam will discuss local ecosystem roles in accelerating green hydrogen projects, emphasizing sustainable practices for economic and environmental benefits.
H2Café: A Platform for Hydrogen Innovation
The H2Café event, organized by NLHydrogen and GroenvermogenNL, is set to take place on September 25, 2025, at the RDM Campus in Rotterdam. This event serves as a vital gathering for the Dutch hydrogen community to explore the role of local ecosystems in accelerating collaboration and innovation within hydrogen hubs. Ed Buddenbaum from GroenvermogenNL will present an introduction to the new ‘Waterstofhubs’ scheme, emphasizing knowledge sharing and monitoring as critical components [1].
Strategic Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
At the H2Café, participants will engage in pitches and discussions that focus on leveraging industrial capabilities to enhance green hydrogen projects. The Hogeschool Rotterdam will present the ‘Rotterdam Approach,’ showcasing successful collaboration between government, educational institutions, startups, and industry players within compact settings like M4H/RDM [1]. This initiative is part of a larger movement aimed at fostering sustainable practices crucial for both environmental preservation and economic stimulation in Rotterdam and beyond.
Hydrogen’s Potential in Heavy Industries
Hydrogen’s relevance extends beyond just the local ecosystem as highlighted by recent insights from the RAI Automotive Industry NL. Freek de Bruijn, a hydrogen program manager, discussed hydrogen’s potential for heavy vehicles like trucks and buses. These industries see hydrogen as a promising alternative due to its energy density and faster refill times compared to batteries, addressing the logistical challenge of long-distance transportation [2].
Rotterdam’s Investment in Hydrogen Innovations
The City of Rotterdam has significantly invested €2.5 million into sustainable projects, with €2 million allocated specifically toward hydrogen innovations. This support focuses on a range of projects such as eFuels Rotterdam for sustainable aviation fuel production and HYER Entropy for flexible hydrogen technology design. These initiatives are poised to fortify Rotterdam’s standing as an international hydrogen hub, leveraging the port city’s strategic location and robust infrastructure [6][7].