New Guide Boosts Hydrogen Hub Development in the Netherlands
The Hague, Thursday, 30 October 2025.
The RVO’s step-by-step guide aids Dutch businesses and municipalities in creating hydrogen hubs, crucial for sustainable industrial transitions amid grid congestion.
A Strategic Framework for Hydrogen Hubs
The Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) has launched a new step-by-step guide aimed at businesses and local governments in the Netherlands to facilitate the development of hydrogen hubs. These hubs are seen as a solution to alleviate the electricity grid congestion prevalent in many regions, enabling industries to transition towards sustainable practices even under current energy limitations [1].
Phased Approach to Implementation
The guide outlines a four-phase development process: exploration, research and design, realization, and operation. Each phase includes specific actions such as appointing a hub director during exploration, conducting feasibility studies in the research and design phase, developing detailed permit plans during realization, and starting small-scale production in the operation phase [1]. This structured approach aims to provide clarity and direction for developers as they move forward with their projects [1].
Supporting Innovation Through Subsidies
To further promote the establishment of hydrogen hubs, the RVO plans to introduce the Subsidy Scheme for Scaling Up Fully Renewable Hydrogen Production via Electrolysis (OWE) in 2026. This initiative is expected to offer financial support to developers, encouraging the realization of hydrogen hubs across the country [1].
The Role of Hydrogen in Energy Transition
Hydrogen technology is pivotal to the Netherlands’ energy transition strategy, addressing the challenges posed by an overburdened electricity grid. Hydrogen hubs can balance energy systems by integrating various energy sources such as electricity, hydrogen, and heat, thus reducing the need for extensive grid expansion and accelerating sustainability goals [1][2].