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Chigozie Nweke-Eze champions green hydrogen at the German-African Energy Forum
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At the 17th German-African Energy Forum, Integrated Africa Power CEO Chigozie Nweke-Eze participated in a panel hosted by UNIDO, discussing the potential of clean hydrogen for local use in African industries. The panel, which included key figures like Gunther Beger and Sven Schuppener, emphasized the role of green hydrogen in driving industrial development and climate mitigation in Africa. Nweke-Eze highlighted the importance of integrating green hydrogen strategies to boost local economies and create jobs. This focus on clean hydrogen is crucial as it represents a sustainable path for Africa's industrial growth and energy transition.
More details on the event:
The 17th German-African Energy Forum was organized by the Afrika-Verein der deutschen Wirtschaft.
The panel on green hydrogen was hosted by UNIDO and included experts from Bosch Hydrogen Energy.
UNIDO's policy toolkit advocates for smaller scale hydrogen projects.
The forum emphasized the integration of industrial development and green hydrogen strategies for Africa's economic growth.