Fieldlab Waterstof Explores Hydrogen's Role in Sustainable Agriculture
Haarlem, Wednesday, 22 October 2025.
Fieldlab Waterstof’s event in Noord-Holland Noord explored hydrogen’s potential in agriculture, highlighting its role in boosting sustainability and economic growth through green innovation.
The Role of Hydrogen in Agriculture
The recent meeting organized by Fieldlab Waterstof in collaboration with Greenport Noord-Holland Noord, GTC+, and Invest-NL highlighted the transformative potential of hydrogen in agriculture. Held at Rainbow Colors, a partner in the project, the event focused on practical applications of decentralized hydrogen production, aiming to assist entrepreneurs in exploring sustainable business models [1].
Innovative Tools and Financial Support
Participants were introduced to a new tool designed to help glass horticulturists assess the feasibility of investments in decentralized electrolysis. This tool aims to increase the likelihood of securing financing for hydrogen projects. Invest-NL also presented its financial tool designed to support decentralized electrolysis, providing a framework for entrepreneurs to build strong business cases [1].
Partnerships and Insights
The event featured insights from key figures such as Bas Karsten from Rainbow Colors, who shared his practical experiences with hydrogen in his flower bulb company. Additionally, experts like Wouter Tettero from Rebel Group discussed potential collaborations between logistics and the agricultural sector around hydrogen. Ronald Linthorst from Rabobank provided an overview of the bank’s criteria for supporting hydrogen initiatives, underscoring the financial sector’s role in fostering green innovation [1].
Hydrogen’s Broader Impact on Sustainability
Fieldlab Waterstof’s initiative is part of a larger movement towards green innovation, aligning with broader efforts such as the DEI+ subsidy program, which supports projects that improve energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions in the Netherlands. These initiatives are crucial for advancing sustainable practices in agriculture and beyond, highlighting hydrogen’s role in transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy solutions [2][3].