Global African Hydrogen Summit’s Post

🇳🇦 📣 From South Africa our 'Road to Namibia' campaign took us back to Namibia where we hosted the hugely successful international press conference for this year's trailblazing Global African Hydrogen Summit [3 - 5 September, 2024 | Windhoek, Namibia]. 🤝 dmg events and our partners Vasco Da Gama Energy would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Hon. Tom Alweendo, Minister of Mines & Energy, Nangula Nelulu Uaandja, CEO, Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) and James Mnyupe, CA(SA)(Nam), CFA, CFP, Green Hydrogen Commissioner for their highly valued contribution and unwavering support.   📣📑 “Hydrogen is the most common molecule in the universe. If we can harness it to be carbon free and power our world, it sounds like a solution worth pursuing. It is not a silver bullet but it has the potential as a low-carbon solution within the global energy mix to: provide energy security, heat, cool and power homes, be used as a clean source of cooking fuel, decarbonise hard to abate heavy industries including cement, steel, transportation and mobility fuels. Africa holds the key to decarbonising the global energy system and can become a leading player in hydrogen made from renewables. But Africa cannot do it alone. There are many challenges including financing, investment, infrastructure development, policy, regulation, standards, technology, demand generation and a fragmented financial market to trade. It requires everyone. Partnerships and Collaboration are the only way that we will drive progress. The Global African Hydrogen Summit has therefore been born out of a deep necessity (at the highest level) to solve for these challenges by convening heads of state, ministers, government agencies, developers, investors, technologists and end users to facilitate collaboration, broker financial deal and project closure and shape policy. More than a world class G2B and B2B event, the Global African Hydrogen Summit is a movement that is committed to turning ambition into action to invest today in Africa’s energy of tomorrow." Source: Damian Howard, Senior Vice President - Energy, dmg events #globalafricanhydrogensummit #GAH2S #FromAmbitionToAction #FuelingAfricasGreenIndustrialRevolution #PressConference #Namibia

As day 1 of the Global African Hydrogen Summit comes to an end, here is my quick take regarding Namibia that I opt to share with you: 💡💡Economies of scale is one of Namibia’s greatest roadblocks to industrialization - particularly the growth of the green hydrogen industry, being the “elephant in the room” at this Summit. Building regional and global connections to access bigger markets will aid Namibia to NOT ONLY speed up Namibia’s industrialization, BUT to ALSO allow the country to produce hydrogen in larger quantities - at lower costs. For this, Namibia is a step ahead for already being a member of the Africa Free Continental Trade Area. Hence, strenghtening bilateral relationships with potential offtakers in Africa and abroad such as the EU and Japan through mutually beneficial offtake agreements at such early stages,will surely add value to the hydrogen industry’s growth. Namibia, through the Ministry of Mines and Energy - NAMIBIA ready to look at what these offtake agreements entails for the country - me too 🙋♀️! 🤓🤩 Explore the full agenda here to see what's coming up next 👉 https://lnkd.in/dEZGk7sN 💡💡 Global African Hydrogen Summit Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia Tom Alweendo Africa Hydrogen Hub (AHH) HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy Daures Green Hydrogen Village Hydrogen Europe Research Namibia Green Hydrogen Research Institute (NGHRI) Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) Electricity Control Board Women In Green Hydrogen #GAH2S #GlobalAfricanHydrogenSummit #Hydrogen #Namibia #AfricaHydrogen #NamibiaHydrogen #GlobalPartnerships #InternationalExhibition #HydrogenConference #HydrogenSummit #GreenHydrogenNamibia

Recently, the Netherlands Embassy and Consulate in South Africa, alongside Dutch agencies and industry companies🇳🇱 , including RESH2, attended the inaugural African Hydrogen Summit. The summit aimed to explore projects in Namibia, emphasising Africa’s growing role in the green hydrogen economy and fostering international collaboration and new investments. RESH2 proudly introduced our KOEGAS GREEN HYDROGEN PROJECT in the Northern Cape of South Africa, showcasing our commitment as a Dutch company to advancing sustainable energy solutions in collaboration with South Africa’s Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) and the Northern Cape Economic Development, Trade, and Investment Promotion Agency (NCEDA). The Netherlands with its strategic location, advanced energy infrastructure, and strong port network, plays a vital role in hydrogen production, import, and distribution across Europe. The Dutch government is a key supporter of hydrogen innovation, actively promoting it through forward-thinking policies, research initiatives, and collaborations with industry leaders. This commitment is crucial for advancing green hydrogen projects and driving decarbonisation in critical sectors like transportation and heavy industry. In 2023, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and King Willem-Alexander visited South Africa to bolster the Netherlands' green hydrogen agenda. Their visit focused on strengthening economic ties and exploring collaborative opportunities for hydrogen production, leveraging South Africa’s renewable energy potential. This diplomatic engagement underscored the importance of joint efforts in the global energy transition and highlighted the central role of hydrogen in decarbonising industries and promoting sustainable development. My appreciation to Netherlands Embassy and Consulate in South Africa, Oost NL, Invest International, Climate Fund Managers (CFM), Impact Hydrogen for your support. Allard Castelein, Joanne Doornewaard, Janneke Vrijland, Gerben Klein Lebbink, Palesa Jivhuho-Shipena, Fons de Zeeuw, Bernold Kemperink, Bram Geertsema, Janet de Rooy-Smid, Diederick V., Itske Lulof, Monica Swanson,George Alders, Robert-Jan Berg, Alex Nelis, Gerard den Otter,Cyriaan Teunissen, Peter Paul van 't Veen, Nienke Homan, Sharon Becker, Jacqueline E.H. Heere,Roland van der Pouw, Peter Carroll, Sebastiaan Surie, Sam Kanyenze,Dr. Grant Nicholas, Riaan Cilliers, Anton Boshoff, Hendrik Louw #hydrogen, #green hydrogen #Namibia #Netherlands

The potential of green hydrogen to revolutionize Namibia's economy is becoming increasingly evident, positioning the country as a key figure in the global energy market. This development emphasizes the crucial role of sustainable energy solutions and their transformative impact on both national and regional economies. It is fitting, therefore, that Namibia will host the Global African Hydrogen Summit 2024 from 3-5 September. Hosted by the Government of Namibia and endorsed by the Ministry of Mines & Energy of Namibia, this event will bring together industry leaders and policymakers under the theme of "From Ambition to Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution." His Excellency Nangolo Mbumba, President of the Republic of Namibia, recently stated, "As we look to host the Global African Hydrogen Summit, we shall look to not only showcase what Namibia has delivered in terms of our green hydrogen ecosystem, but also the efforts of our peer nations on the continent." For more information on how you can get involved, visit https://lnkd.in/ddkvggnw. #dmgevents #GlobalAfricanHydrogenSummit

🇯🇴🇪🇺 Green Hydrogen in Jordan: Aqaba's Ambitions and European Partnerships, interview with Mohammad Ata Dardasawi- PMP® 💬 Lire en Français https://lnkd.in/djQAxFkV  📺 Watch with Arabic Subtitles https://lnkd.in/dDmeYVJ8  👁🗨 Read in English https://lnkd.in/dyw4C8aK 💡 During an insightful discussion zeitgeist MED•GEM Network, Mohammad Ata Dardasawi, Chief Advisor of Aqaba Development Corporation, shared insights on Jordan's ambitions to become a hydrogen hub for Europe. 🎤 He discussed the opportunities and challenges, including the need for capacity building, market development, and meeting EU certification standards. 👁🗨 Read or watch the interview and lear how partnerships with Europe could help Jordan navigate these hurdles and pave the way for a sustainable energy future. #MEDGEMNetwork #EUGreenDeal #GreenHydrogen #RenewableHydrogen #REPowerEU #FitFor55 #CBAM #NetZeroIndustryAct #StrongerTogether #BEI #AFD #EBRD  #Jordan #RenewableEnergy #TeamEurope European Commission European Investment Bank (EIB) European Union EBRD Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH GIZ Jordan Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources-Jordan 🇪🇺 MED-GEM Network is funded by the European Union's and implemented by GIZ International Services. 🤝

📣 Announcing the Strategic Conference Programme!   Explore our esteemed speaker line-up and the key topics we will delve into at the Global African Hydrogen Summit, taking place from 3-5 September 2024 in Windhoek, Namibia.   Our comprehensive Strategic Conference Programme offers a preview of what you can expect at the Summit. It includes crucial details on the two pre-Summit Masterclasses, strategic conference sessions and networking activities. Highlights include Ministerial Sessions, providing insights into the development of the global hydrogen sector and future industry opportunities. Panel discussions, focusing on stimulating green investments and fostering hydrogen partnerships and particulars can be found on the country spotlight sessions, offering detailed examinations of specific national initiatives and advancements. 📖 Gain unparalleled insights into how the Global African Hydrogen Summit is driving the future of hydrogen and download the Strategic Conference Programme here: https://lnkd.in/dYa_sJP8   🌍 #GAH2S #GlobalAfricanHydrogenSummit #NamibiaHydrogen #AfricaHydrogen #HydrogenAfrica #StrategicConferenceProgramme #SpeakersHydrogen

„Germany aims to boost hydrogen cooperation“ Interview with German State Secretary Jochen Flasbarth of Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) on the sidelines of the Global African Hydrogen Summit in Namibia, outlining the German Cooperation approach to supporting an African green Hydrogen market, energy equity and universal access to electricity produced with renewable resources (wind & sun), the creation of local value chains and green industrialization in African countries. A win-win for countries in Africa and in Europe. #GermanCooperation #GreenHydrogen #TeamEurope

Our episode with James Mnyupe, CA(SA)(Nam), CFA, CFP is gaining great attention. Have you had a chance to listen yet?

As the world faces significant challenges in scaling up the hydrogen economy, Africa stands at the forefront of this green revolution. With abundant wind and solar resources, Africa is uniquely positioned to supply clean hydrogen for global and local consumption. The continent's green hydrogen projects are set to drive sustainable economic development, combat energy poverty and contribute to a net-zero future. The Global African Hydrogen Summit will provide a platform for collaboration, fostering partnerships between governments, the private sector and academia to accelerate the full potential of the hydrogen opportunities in Africa. #GAH2S #GreenHydrogen #NetZero #Hydrogen #Africa Fortescue Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) Ministry of Mines and Energy - NAMIBIA Daures Green Hydrogen Village International Energy Agency (IEA) H2 View Hydrogen Council Namibian Ports Authority - Namport NamPower HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy Port of Rotterdam United Nations European Commission European Union

The Global African Hydrogen Summit kicks off tomorrow in Windhoek and the energy is palpable! The Summit will convene global leaders — from heads of state, ministers and industry leaders to project developers, investors and technologists — from around the world to unpack the theme, 'From Ambition to Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution'. Namibia is at the vanguard of the green hydrogen sector and has been championing its growth to not only decarbonise but also to drive a transformative green industrialisation program that sustainably benefits all Namibians. I am particularly excited to hear from our esteemed speakers on these topics, that stand to shape our economy as it does to to uplift lives across the continent: 1. Enhancing legislation for a robust framework. 2. Expanding infrastructure to fuel our green economy. 3. Mobilising domestic finance to reduce reliance on grants. 4. Accelerating processes to keep pace with global advancements. Don’t miss the buildup and all the insights in the 'Road to Namibia' mini-documentary by dmg events, where I speak to our ambitious vision for the future: https://bit.ly/4g9TamP. What insights are you most looking forward to hearing from the speakers? #GAH2S #GlobalAfricanHydrogenSummit #GreenHydrogen #GreenIndustrialisation #GAH2S #GlobalAfricanHydrogenSummit #Hydrogen #Namibia #AfricaHydrogen #NamibiaHydrogen #GlobalPartnerships #InternationalExhibition #HydrogenConference #HydrogenSummit #Namibia