
STRATEGIC SUMMIT AT IGH2024
2024 STRATEGIC SUMMIT AGENDA
Day 2 Morning – Strategic Summit
09:00 - 09:10
(10 mins)
Opening Address
09:10 - 10:00
(50 mins)
[Panel] Establish the Green Hydrogen Corridors - From Supply to Demand
Industry experts and policymakers convene to discuss the necessary actions and strategies to establish efficient and interconnected green hydrogen corridors, focusing on enabling a streamlined supply chain and ensuring the adequate demand for green hydrogen across various sectors, promoting its widespread adoption.

Charlotte Roule
Chief Executive Officer
Storengy

Osamu Ikeda
Managing Director
Chiyoda Corporation Netherlands B.V.

Takuya Niitsuma
General Manager Europe, New Business Development
ENEOS Corporation

Tom Hautekiet
Chief Commercial Officer
Port of Antwerp-Bruges
10:00 - 10:45
(30 mins)
[Session] The Hydrogen Roadshow in Global Hydrogen Hubs
10:00 - 10:15 [Spotlight] Chile’s Strategy and Action on Hydrogen:
This spotlight session will highlight Chile's strategy and actions in the field of hydrogen. The session will showcase Chile's efforts to develop a hydrogen economy, including its plans for production, infrastructure development, and international collaborations. Experts will provide insights into Chile's approach and the potential impact on the global hydrogen industry.
10:15 - 10:30 [Spotlight] The Role of Green Hydrogen in Saudi Arabia’s Plans for Net Zero
This spotlight session will delve into Saudi Arabia's plans for achieving net-zero emissions and the crucial role green hydrogen plays in these plans. Experts will discuss the country's renewable energy targets, green hydrogen production initiatives, and the potential for green hydrogen to drive sustainable development in Saudi Arabia. The session will provide valuable insights into the country's ambition and strategies in the pursuit of a greener future.
10:30 - 10:45 [Spotlight] Call for Paper
Coffee Break (30mins)
11:10 - 12:00
(50 mins)
[Panel] Accelerating Bankable Hydrogen Projects
Esteemed panelists delve into the intricacies of sourcing, commercializing, and scaling hydrogen technologies, exploring best practices, market dynamics, and innovative business models to accelerate the global transition towards a hydrogen economy, with a specific focus on optimizing the entire hydrogen value chain.

Irina Gorbounova
Head of Xcarb Innovation Fund
ArcelorMittal

Emil Vikjær-Andresen
EVP, Head of Power-to-X
European Energy
12:00 - 12:20
(20 mins)
[Keynote] Reserved for INNIO
INNIO is a leading energy solution and service provider that empowers industries and communities to make sustainable energy work today. With their product brands Jenbacher and Waukesha and their digital platform myPlant, INNIO offers innovative solutions for the power generation and compression segments that help industries and communities generate and manage energy sustainably while navigating the fast-changing landscape of traditional and green energy sources.

Luncheon & Networking
Day 2 Afternoon – Strategic Summit
14:00 - 14:50
(50 mins)
[Panel] Getting Hydrogen Projects past Final Investment Decision
Accomplished industry leaders and key stakeholders discuss strategies to overcome investment barriers and facilitate the realization of hydrogen projects, providing insights into the factors and considerations that influence final investment decisions. Discussions revolve around risk assessment, policy frameworks, financing options, and project development strategies.

Diogo Almeida
Hydrogen - Head of Business Development
Galp
14:50 - 15:10
(20 mins)
Keynote for Silver Sponsor
Coffee Break (30 mins)
15:40 - 16:30
(50 mins)
[Panel] Scaling Critical Hydrogen Technologies
Expert speakers analyze the crucial aspects of developing a robust and efficient hydrogen infrastructure. Discussions include storage solutions, transportation methods, and distribution networks, aiming to address challenges and identify innovative approaches to build a comprehensive infrastructure that supports the evolving hydrogen industry.
