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Netherlands Allocates €662 Million for Industrial Hydrogen Transition by 2027
Amsterdam, Monday, 15 December 2025.
The Dutch government’s new STIHWI program will distribute €662 million to help industrial companies adopt renewable hydrogen, launching in early 2027 after a public consultation period ending January 2026. This initiative operates through a competitive bidding system where companies propose prices and usage periods, with lowest bidders receiving priority funding. The program supports mandatory renewable fuel obligations requiring Dutch industries to use 4% renewable hydrogen by 2030, escalating to 9.9% by 2035 under EU directives.
Rotterdam Awards Innovation Subsidies to Seven Energy Transition Projects
Rotterdam, Monday, 15 December 2025.
Rotterdam selected seven energy projects from 23 applications in its tenth innovation subsidy round, supporting technologies from AI-driven energy management to floating charging hubs for ships. The winners include companies developing hydrogen production systems, offshore wind storage solutions, and heat batteries for greenhouses that could save up to 20% energy consumption.
Groningen Launches Europe's First Hydrogen-Powered Municipal Fleet
Groningen, Monday, 15 December 2025.
The Dutch city of Groningen has deployed the continent’s first hydrogen waste collection and street cleaning vehicles, marking a breakthrough in municipal green technology. This historic launch includes specialized trucks from E-Trucks Europe and passenger vehicles as part of an ambitious zero-emission city center initiative. The deployment demonstrates practical hydrogen implementation in everyday municipal operations, positioning Groningen as a pioneer in sustainable urban services. This achievement aligns with broader Dutch hydrogen acceleration efforts, including new government subsidies designed to make renewable hydrogen economically competitive with traditional grey hydrogen for industrial users.