The Scottish Government has published its first plans to make Scotland a key producer and exporter of hydrogen.
Acting Energy Secretary Gillian Martin said hydrogen is one of Scotland’s greatest industrial opportunities since oil and gas was discovered as she unveiled export plans at Hydrasun yesterday.
The newly published report outlines what Scotland should do to become a key player in the industry.
The government has set out recommendations to bolster the sector, including investing in the production, transport and storage of hydrogen.
Evidence suggests that Scotland could potentially deliver up to 3.3 million tonnes of green hydrogen per year by 2045, the energy equivalent of around 90% of Scotland's total current energy demand.
The report follows the publication of a recent report by PwC which found that 3.3% of all jobs advertised in the UK over the past year were green, up from 2.3% in 2023 - the equivalent of 23,000 jobs in Scotland.
Ms Martin added: "We have the environment, skills, knowledge, and experience to become a driving force behind the growth of the hydrogen sector in Europe and beyond."
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