International Partnership for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells in the Economy

Australian Strategy - Australia's National Hydrogen Strategy (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/australias-national-hydrogen-strategy.pdf)((https://www.dcceew.gov.au/sites/default/files/documents/australias-national-hydrogen-strategy.pdf)Nov 2019) - On 24 February 2023, the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council (ECMC) agreed to a Review of the 2019 National Hydrogen Strategy to ensure it positions Australia on a path to be a global hydrogen leader by 2030 on both an export basis and for the decarbonisation of Australian industries. The public consultation process has now closed. To view the consultation, please visit Review of the National Hydrogen Strategy(https://consult.dcceew.gov.au/review-of-the-national-hydrogen-strategy) - State of Hydrogen 2021 (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/energy/publications/state-of-hydrogen-2021)(Dec 2021) - State of Hydrogen 2022 (https://www.dcceew.gov.au/energy/publications/state-of-hydrogen-2022)(Dec 2022) Australian Roadmap - National Hydrogen Roadmap: Pathways to an economically sustainable hydrogen industry in Australia (https://www.csiro.au/en/work-with-us/services/consultancy-strategic-advice-services/csiro-futures/energy-and-resources/national-hydrogen-roadmap)(Nov 2019)

Updated November 2025 On 3 November 2025, the Guarantee of Origin (GO) scheme became operational. The GO scheme is Australia’s a voluntary emissions and other product attributes certification framework for renewable electricity and hydrogen from electrolysis. The GO scheme is designed to align with international best practices and is expanding to include other hydrogen productions pathways, derivatives, and other commodities such as low carbon fuels, green metal and biomethane. The GO scheme is a cornerstone of the Future Made in Australia plan and informs eligibility for accessing government incentives including the Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive and Hydrogen Headstart. In October 2025, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) opened Round 2 of the Hydrogen Headstart Program, with up to AU$2 billion in funding available. This round builds on lessons from the first and focuses on: • Supporting large-scale renewable hydrogen projects through production credits. • Targeting priority use cases such as green ammonia, iron and steel, alumina, and long-distance transport (aviation and shipping). • Encouraging innovation in plant design, electrolyser efficiency, and flexible operations to reduce production costs. • Promoting community benefit principles, including engagement with First Nations communities. Hydrogen Headstart Round 2 is a key mechanism to bridge the commercial gap for first-mover projects and catalyse Australia’s role in global hydrogen supply chains.

Updated November 2025 On 4 July 2025, Orica’s Hunter Valley Hydrogen Hub received up to AU$432 million under Hydrogen Headstart Round 1 to support decarbonisation of ammonia and explosives production. The project will use a 50 MW electrolyser to produce up to 12 tonnes of green hydrogen daily.

Updated March 2024 In February 2024, the Australian and West Australian Governments announced a $140 million funding agreement to enable the construction of the Pilbara Hydrogen Hub under the Regional Hydrogen Hubs Program. This investment will help build infrastructure to support hydrogen exports and renewable energy production, as well as fund activities for a Clean Energy Training and Research Institute. In January 2024, the Australian Government announced funding to develop the Townsville Region Hydrogen Hub in north Queensland. The initial stage of the hub will produce 800 tonnes of green hydrogen (renewable hydrogen) per year and will ramp up to around 3,000 tonnes for domestic supply, and ultimately in excess of 150,000 tonnes for export. The project has over $137 million of combined investment. The Commonwealth’s contribution is up to $70 million, including $20.7 million from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency. The remaining funding is being sourced from industry and the German Government. In January 2024, the Australian Government announced $70 million in funding to develop the Bell Bay Hydrogen Hub in northern Tasmania. This investment will help build “Common User Infrastructure,” necessary to create a hydrogen hub, such as hydrogen storage, transport and export infrastructure. The project will be delivered by a consortium of partners, is scheduled to be operational by 2028 and will facilitate the production of 45,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen a year. In November 2023, ARENA announced $1.3 million to APA Group (APA) and Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy and Fertilisers (WesCEF) for the $3.5 million ‘Parmelia Green Hydrogen Project – Feasibility Study’. The study will progress investigations into the development of a large-scale renewable hydrogen production facility supported by purpose built renewable generation south of Kwinana, WA. This hydrogen would be transported via a 43-kilometre section of APA’s existing Parmelia Gas Pipeline to WesCEF’s ammonia production facilities at the Kwinana Industrial Area south of Perth.

Updated March 2024 The Australian Government – through the Australian Trade and Investment Commission – is supporting the Asia-Pacific Hydrogen Summit which will be held in Brisbane, Queensland on 12-13 September 2024. This event brings together global hydrogen leaders to meet with the region’s policy makers and energy stakeholders. It is expected more than 3,000 industry leaders and 150 exhibitors will attend to showcase the latest technology, discuss new policies in place and analyse upcoming projects in the hydrogen space.

Updated March 2024 Since November 2023, the Australian Government has progressed hydrogen specific funding under the following: • Hydrogen Headstart: Six applicants have been shortlisted and invited to submit a full application in the next stage of the $2 billion Hydrogen Headstart Program. Shortlisted applicants have until 27 June 2024 to submit their full application. The Australian Government intends to announce funding recipients in late 2024. This investment will help bridge the commercial gap for early hydrogen production projects. • UK Renewable Hydrogen Innovation Partnerships: Grants funding of up to $10 million over 3 years for hydrogen research, development and demonstration projects in partnership with UK companies. Applications for grants closed on 19 January 2024.

Updated March 2024 The Australian Government continues to progress work under the National Hydrogen Regulatory Review. This initiative supports development of Australia’s hydrogen industry by providing greater clarity around regulatory pathways. The next stage of the review involves developing National Codes of Best Practice for the following topics: • Hydrogen Production Safety. • Ammonia Production Safety. • Hydrogen Refuelling Stations. • Hydrogen Appliances, Plant and Equipment Compliance. • Ammonia Appliances, Plant and Equipment Compliance. Once published, the National Codes of Best Practice will provide clear guidance for industry and regulators alike regarding regulatory pathways for hydrogen and ammonia projects.

Australian Institute of EnergyTasmanian Renewable Hydrogen Action Plan(http://aie.org.au/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Hydrogen_Division) Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources(https://www.industry.gov.au/)

National Hydrogen Roadmap: Pathways to an economically sustainable hydrogen industry in Australia by the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) 2018Hydrogen for Australia's future: A briefing paper for the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Energy Councilb(http://www.coagenergycouncil.gov.au/publications/hydrogen-australias-future)y the Hydrogen Strategy Group, August 2018 Opportunities for Australia from Hydrogen Exports (https://arena.gov.au/news/hydrogen-offers-significant-exporting-potential-for-australia/)by ACIL Allen Consulting for the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), August 2018

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