IEA 2025 Report reveals progress and challenges in the global transition to hydrogen
- REDAÇÃO H2RADAR
- Sep 23
- 1 min read
The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released the fifth edition of the Global Hydrogen Review, an annual publication that monitors hydrogen production and demand worldwide. The document, part of the Hydrogen Ministerial Initiative for Clean Energy, offers a detailed overview of policies, infrastructure, investments, and innovation, serving as a basis for discussions at the Hydrogen Energy Ministerial Meeting hosted by Japan.
Investments grow, but barriers hinder the expansion of low-emission hydrogen
Since the first edition in 2021, the hydrogen sector has advanced from experimental projects to more than 200 investments committed to low-emission production, reflecting its strategic role in climate goals, energy security, and industrial competitiveness. Despite this progress, expansion has not yet met initial expectations, with challenges related to costs, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks hindering faster implementation.
The 2025 edition also highlights Southeast Asia's potential for the production and use of low-emission hydrogen and its fuels and products in the near term. The report is complemented by an updated project database and a new online Hydrogen Tracker, which brings together information on regional costs, technologies, and over a thousand policy measures implemented or announced since 2020, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the sector's outlook through 2030.
