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Opening speech by President von der Leyen at the European Hydrogen Energy Conference 2022

· Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission (European Union)

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· Ursula von der Leyen Wiki · European Commission WikiOpening speech by President von der Leyen at the European Hydrogen Energy Conference 2022

ContextOpening speech at the European Hydrogen Energy Conference 2022 in Spain, with the King and the energy minister; the European Commission proposes EU policies and promotes hydrogen.

Why it mattersVon der Leyen promotes hydrogen to reduce fossil fuel dependence.

Problems raised
  1. Europe depends on fossil fuels.
  2. Energy independence is at stake.
  3. Hydrogen investment is risky.
Solutions proposed
  1. Use public investment to leverage private capital.
  2. Build a hydrogen project pipeline.
  3. Give investors predictability.
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