World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2025

21-23 October 2025 | Dublin, Ireland

The World Hydrogen Technologies Convention (WHTC) is one of the best known conventions in the fields of hydrogen energy and fuel cell technology.

WHTC provides the platform to communicate the latest scientific research and market development worldwide.

This year’s convention will be hosted in Dublin, Ireland.

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Welcome to the World Hydrogen Technologies Convention 2025 in Dublin.

Globally industry, society and governments are struggling to achieve an agreed, transparent and achievable Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for hydrogen systems. The Hydrogen Ireland Association produced World Hydrogen Technology Convention will tackle the myriad of issues embedded in this challenge and deliver a convention that encompasses the comprehensive cost analysis of deploying and maintaining hydrogen-based solutions over their entire lifecycle.

The convention will draw upon global expertise presenting all attendees with an informed multi-faceted understanding of the TCO of hydrogen systems, examining both direct and indirect costs throughout the lifecycle of hydrogen technologies. By considering all these factors, convention delegates will be able to make informed decisions about the adoption and implementation of hydrogen systems, ensuring economic viability and sustainable growth in the hydrogen economy.

The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for hydrogen systems is a critical topic, especially as industries and governments worldwide seek sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions.

The 2025 WHTC, will help to provide a comprehensive understanding of four key areas of focus for the industry: Economic, Environmental, Technological and Legislative.

I look forward to welcoming you to Dublin.

Paul McCormack
Convention Chair
CEO Hydrogen Ireland Association

Convention Themes

Our convention, attracting a diverse technical and geographic audience,
will cover a broad array of subjects to provide a comprehensive understanding of four key areas:

Economic
Environmental
Technological
Legislative

Sub Themes

- Overview of the hydrogen economy and its significance.
- Hydrogen production, storage, and distribution basics.
- Current state and future outlook of hydrogen technologies.
- Analysis of different hydrogen production methods
- Cost implications of green, blue, and grey hydrogen.
- Advances in production technologies and their impact on costs.
- Building the hydrogen supply chain: costs and challenges.
- Hydrogen refuelling infrastructure: current state and future needs.
- Case studies of hydrogen infrastructure projects.
- Maintenance requirements for hydrogen production plants and storage systems.
- Operational efficiency and cost-saving practices.
- Lifecycle analysis and durability of hydrogen systems.
- Economic assessment of hydrogen systems in various sectors (transport, industry, energy).
- Business models for hydrogen adoption and commercialization strategies.
- Financing and investment opportunities in the hydrogen sector.

- Overview of global hydrogen policies and regulatory frameworks.
- Impact of subsidies, tax incentives, and grants on TCO.
- Public-private partnerships and their role in reducing costs.
- Emerging technologies in hydrogen production, storage, and utilization.
- Role of digitalization and automation in cost reduction.
- Research and development initiatives aimed at lowering TCO.
- Environmental impact assessment of hydrogen production and use.
- Social acceptance and community engagement in hydrogen projects.
- Comparison of TCO considering environmental and social factors.
- Successful hydrogen projects and their TCO insights.
- Lessons learned from pilot projects and large-scale implementations.
- Best practices for minimizing costs and maximizing benefits.
- Long-term cost projections for hydrogen systems.
- Challenges and barriers to achieving cost-competitive hydrogen.
- Strategies for overcoming economic and technical hurdles.

- Hydrogen's role in decarbonizing various sectors (transportation, power generation, industrial processes).
- Integration of hydrogen with renewable energy sources.
- Multi-sectoral collaboration to optimize costs and benefits.
- Consumer attitudes towards hydrogen technologies.
- Market demand and adoption rates for hydrogen solutions.
- Impact of consumer behaviour on TCO.
- Comparative analysis of hydrogen strategies across different regions.
- Role of international collaboration in reducing costs and sharing knowledge.
- Global market dynamics and their influence on TCO.
- Safety considerations and risk management in hydrogen systems.
- Standards and certification processes affecting costs.
- Advances in safety technologies and their economic impact.