The global transition toward achieving net zero emissions is expected to be supported by the complementary role of hydrogen, alongside the three pillars of energy transformation: renewable energy, energy efficiency, and electrification. In the near future, the widespread adoption of renewable (green) hydrogen is expected to positively impact the decarbonization of sectors that cannot be directly electrified with existing technologies and are challenging to transition to low-carbon solutions.
To this end, analysing the potential and costs of renewable hydrogen use in Türkiye’s end-use sectors is critical. Developing strategies and policies for the sector-specific production and application of renewable hydrogen will is also essential to unlock its full potential.
A key question arises: in which sectors and for what purposes should renewable hydrogen be prioritized during the initial stages of the energy transformation? This study, prepared by SHURA Energy Transition Center, addresses this question by examining the end-use applications of renewable hydrogen and its derivatives, which are poised to play a significant role in decarbonizing Türkiye’s economy.
The study identifies priority sectors for the use of renewable hydrogen and its derivatives in Türkiye, calculating the sectoral benefits they could bring to the Turkish economy through 2053 using cost-benefit analyses. Additionally, it offers policy recommendations to facilitate the development of a renewable hydrogen ecosystem and market.