Australia: NERA launches regional hydrogen technology clusters across Australia
01 Feb 2021
A network of 13 regional hydrogen technology clusters has been unveiled across Australia as part of a drive to establish a nationwide hydrogen cluster. With $1.85M to be invested in the clusters, the network will foster a multi-billion dollar, globally competitive hydrogen industry.
Spearheaded by
NERA (National Energy Resources Australia), the national cluster (which would operate as a virtual network) will establish a global identity and a recognised brand for Australian hydrogen technology and expertise. It will also aid the development of the hydrogen supply chain, reduce overlaps and identify gaps in the development, deployment, and commercialisation of new hydrogen-focussed technologies.
 Australia is set to muscle in on an emerging industry that could see us become a global heavyweight - and rake in billions. As the world responds to the climate emergency and more and more nations begin the journey to decarbonisation, many have come to the conclusion that the future will include both renewable energy and clean hydrogen markets. As a result of this massive importance, the Australian Government has committed more than $500 million to our national hydrogen industry since 2015. But now, Australia is taking a huge step forward in an attempt to cement our status as a powerful hydrogen player, with the establishment of a funded network of hydrogen technology clusters in every state and territory.
Clusters will foster a multi-billion dollar, globally competitive hydrogen industry
PERTH, Australia, Jan. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ A network of regional hydrogen technology clusters has today been unveiled across Australia, as part of a drive to establish a nationwide hydrogen cluster.
Spearheaded by National Energy Resources Australia (NERA), the national cluster (which would operate as a virtual network) will establish a global identity and a recognised brand for Australian hydrogen technology and expertise. It will also aid the development of the hydrogen supply chain, reduce overlaps and identify gaps in the development, deployment, and commercialisation of new hydrogen focused technologies.
The establishment of the regional hydrogen technology clusters announced today - which cover all of Australia s states and territories – follows the conclusion of a seed funding selection program started by NERA in September. NERA has also been able to leverage a range of funding comm