EPD, Sinopec Corp ink hydrogen energy deal

The scope covers technical exchanges and experiences shared in the hydrogen energy industry.

The Environmental Protection Department (EPD) and China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec Corp.) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on the development and application of hydrogen energy in Hong Kong.

The MoU aims to strengthen collaboration between both parties in promoting the development and demonstration of the application, as well as capacity building of the hydrogen energy industry.

Additionally, the scope of the MoU covers technical exchanges and experience sharing in the hydrogen energy industry.

Under the MoU, Sinopec Corp. is expected to build a green hydrogen production facility for demonstration purposes at a restored landfill of the EPD.  

The EPD also highlighted that the hydrogen produced by the facility will serve the local market to support wider applications of hydrogen and facilitate the development of hydrogen energy in Hong Kong.

The department also noted that Sinopec Corp. will also assist the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government in promoting publicity and education about hydrogen energy, enabling the public to better understand global development trends in the safe use of hydrogen energy.

Tse Chin-wan, secretary for Environment & Ecology, said that the signing of the MoU will position Hong Kong as a demonstration base for the national development of hydrogen energy by facilitating both sides in showcasing the demonstration system and achievements of the national hydrogen energy industry whilst enhancing public awareness of green hydrogen technology.

Tse stressed that the city will also capitalise on its important role as a “super-connector” and “super value-adder” between the country and the international community, facilitating the expansion of talent, funding, and development opportunities.

“It is conducive to promoting the export of China's advanced green hydrogen technologies and products to acquire international market recognition and bolstering competitive advantages,” he added.