CAN THE ENERGY INDUSTRY DE-RISK GREEN HYDROGEN? POWERED BY NEOM

Abena Bakr hosts a discussion about green hydrogen investment, focusing on the Neom Green Hydrogen project. Sam El-Ghamdi explains Neom's competitive edge, highlighting partnerships with Aqua Power, Neom, and Air Products, as well as the importance of scale and location. He emphasizes the significance of policy and regulations in fostering investor confidence. Wissam elaborates on the technology used, including electrolyzers and partnerships with technology providers like Tyson Krupp Nucera and Topso, focusing on research and development. The discussion touches on the integration of AI and digitalization in the project's design. The panelists address the replicability of Neom's model and the challenges in finding human resources, noting the importance of diversity and training. The panelists also address the growing demand for hydrogen across various industries and globally, driven by climate change and decarbonization goals. Finally, the discussion touches on future growth and optimization plans for the Neom Green Hydrogen project.