Spotlight on the advancements in Hydrogen Technology
The Arab Association of Energy Professionals (AEP) has organized the inaugural Kuwait International Hydrogen Technology Symposium, themed, ‘The Kuwait Hydrogen Outlook from Vision to Action. This grand two-day event will take place from March 5-6, 2024, in Kuwait City.
Given the growing need for a sustainable and low-carbon future, the symposium emphasizes the transformative potential of Hydrogen energy and Kuwait’s burgeoning role in producing blue and green Hydrogen, according to a corporate press release.
The World, now more than ever, is calling for a revolutionary shift in energy generation, affordability, and security, wherein Hydrogen will play a critical role. The event will strategically highlight Kuwait’s path to becoming a global Hydrogen hub, emphasizing the extensive resources the country possesses and its comprehensive initiatives towards achieving a net-zero economy.
Significant contribution
“In 2020, the production of hydrogen in Kuwait accounted for 2% of the world’s total output. However, with the forthcoming advancements in technology and government backing, it is predicted that Kuwait has the potential to contribute significantly to the world’s hydrogen market,” stressed the Executive Committee Co-Chair, Abdullah Al-Mutairi, Manager (Production and Projects-GAS), Kuwait Oil Company & Executive Committee Co-Chair, Peter Jensen, ETSA Contract Manager North Kuwaiti Jurassic Gas, Shell.
This Symposium seeks to stimulate discussion and drive both collaboration and action. Our vision for Kuwait is a nation empowered by Sustainable Energy, driving an energy transformation to enhance economic diversification, job creation, and sustainability. The transition to hydrogen is not just an opportunity for Kuwait but a commitment towards building a more sustainable and energy-efficient future.
