Green Hydrogen Market: Current Analysis and Forecast (2023-2030)

The Global green hydrogen market caters to significant market demand in the past few years. Factors that are driving its growth are the net zero emissions targets set by countries across the globe for 2030 to stimulate the renewable energy transition. Moreover, the supportive government policies, schemes, subsidies, and investment in green hydrogen production plants are further accelerating the market size of green hydrogen across the globe. In addition, various key players in the renewable sector are collaborating to reduce the price of electrolyzes which will eventually reduce the overall cost of green hydrogen production. For instance: In 2024, Schneider Electric partnered with Hy Stor Energy to support the development of the Mississippi Clean Hydrogen Hub (MCHH) and its wider U.S. development platform. This collaboration between Schneider Electric and Hy Stor Energy aims to tackle large-scale energy and sustainability challenges that are necessary for transitioning to a renewable and fossil-free energy system. Schneider Electric will provide automation and safety solutions, AVEVA process operation, AI optimization software, weather analysis, predictive operations, digital energy management solutions, commissioning, operational analytical tools, and support for Hy Stor Energy.

Based on the electrolyzer, the green hydrogen market is divided into three segments based on the electrolyzer technology used - proton exchange membranes, alkaline electrolyzers, and others. Amongst these, alkaline electrolyzers have the highest market share as it is the most common and mature technology used for green hydrogen production. Additionally, alkaline electrolyzers are cost-effective and have a long operational life.

Based on source, the green hydrogen market is divided into three categories based on source: solar energy, wind energy, and others. Solar energy contributes significantly to the green hydrogen production process, and its production is considered a promising way to use solar energy and combat climate change caused by the burning of fossil fuels.

Based on end-user, the green hydrogen market is categorized into refining, ammonia, and others. The refining segment acquired the largest share as the refinery is the large industrial consumer of hydrogen, most of which is currently supplied by fossil fuels. The rising need to meet the net zero emissions targets has escalated the demand for green hydrogen in industries to reduce carbon emissions. Moreover, the government provides incentives to use green hydrogen in refineries, and exempting electrolyzers from grid fees, taxes, and levies is further accelerating the market share of refineries.

For a better understanding of the market adoption of the green hydrogen industry, the market is analyzed based on its worldwide presence in countries such as North America (U.S., Canada, and the Rest of North America), Europe (Germany, U.K., France, Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Rest of World. The Green Hydrogen market in North America has been witnessing significant growth in recent years. It is mainly due to the ongoing operational green hydrogen plant that aims to fufill the demand for green hydrogen, particularly for transportation applications. For instance: In 2024, H2B2 Electrolysis Technologies, an international green hydrogen producer, started operations of SoHyCal, the largest green hydrogen production plant powered entirely by renewable energy in North America. Furthermore, key players in the region are collaborating to support the development of green hydrogen plants. For instance: In 2024, Hy Stor Energy and Schneider Electric collaborated to Advance Integrated, Off-Grid Green Hydrogen Production and Energy Storage at Scale.

Some of the major players operating in the market include NEL ASA, ITM Power, Engie, Seimens, Air Products Inc., Messer Group GMBH, Plug Power Inc., Cummins Inc., Air Liquide, And Linde.