Hitachi Energy: Turning vision into action
Throughout the event we brought together experts and innovators to discuss how infrastructure can unlock hydrogen’s full potential. I had the chance to join a panel on “Infrastructure Readiness: The Cornerstone for Hydrogen FIDs,” where we tackled real-world challenges, most notably:
Building blocks for success
Scaling green hydrogen requires:
- Immense renewable energy buildouts, especially offshore wind
- What we do: Hitachi Energy delivers advanced grid integration solutions and HVDC (high-voltage direct current) systems that connect large-scale renewable generation—onshore and offshore—to the grid. Our expertise ensures reliable, efficient transmission of wind and solar power to hydrogen production sites.
- What does this matter to you? Without robust grid connections, renewable energy can’t reach electrolyzers at scale. Our solutions help unlock the full potential of green hydrogen by making clean energy available where and when it’s needed.
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- Stable, harmonics-free electricity for large-scale electrolyzers
- What we do: We provide power quality systems, transformers, and converters designed for the unique demands of electrolyzers. Our technologies ensure stable, harmonics-free electricity—critical for efficient, reliable hydrogen production.
- What does this matter to you? Power disturbances or harmonics can damage sensitive electrolyzer equipment and reduce efficiency. Our solutions protect your investment and maximize hydrogen output.
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- Interoperable systems for cross-border energy flows
- What we do: Hitachi Energy enables seamless cross-border energy exchange with digital substations, flexible interconnectors, and advanced control systems. We help ensure interoperability and regulatory compliance for international hydrogen value chains.
- What does this matter to you? Hydrogen’s promise depends on moving energy across regions and borders. Our systems make it possible to scale projects beyond local markets.
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- Digital platforms for flexible, intelligent energy management
- What we do: Our digital platforms—like Energy Management Systems (EMS), digital twins, and predictive analytics—enable real-time monitoring, optimization, and predictive maintenance across the hydrogen value chain.
- What does this matter to you? Digitalization de-risks operations, boosts investor confidence, and ensures projects run efficiently and safely from day one.
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Miss any of these, and hydrogen’s potential remains out of reach.
From Grid to Stack: a complete approach
Our “Grid-to-Stack” concept at Hitachi Energy means supporting every stage:
This end-to-end approach ensures that every link in the hydrogen value chain is strong.
And Digitalization is THE confidence booster
Digital transformation isn’t just a trend—it’s essential. Real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and intelligent energy management help de-risk operations and give investors the confidence to back hydrogen projects.
The bottom line? Infrastructure isn’t just the backbone of hydrogen’s future—it’s the launchpad. As World Hydrogen Week 2025 made clear, the time to invest is now. At Hitachi Energy, we’re proud to help build the systems that will power a net-zero world. Speak with our team today and let’s drive the future of hydrogen, together.
