Hydrogen for industry. Achieving the 2030 and 2050 targets requires a radical change to our energy system and the industry and raw materials system. As a result of its extensive process industry, geographical advantages and gas expertise and infrastructure, the Netherlands will be able to create a leading international position for hydrogen in clean-tech industry and a knowledge position that will continue to add lasting value to the Dutch economy. This avenue must be pursued with vigour. The most energetic and best sustainability transition for the industry sector from a sustainability perspective will be through direct use of renewable energy: use of geothermal heat and sustainable residual heat and of electrification from solar and wind farms. Where the use of those energy carriers is no longer an option, green hydrogen will be an alternative. In the mid (2030) to long (2050) term, hydrogen can and must be able to carry out a number of critical functions within the energy and raw materials management system, both inside and outside the industry sector. The principal areas of focus will be:
