Dear Colleagues,
It is my pleasure to invite you to Hydrogen Days 2026, now in its 16th edition. Over the years, this conference has grown into a respected melting pot - a place where professionals from across Europe who are shaping the hydrogen landscape through research, policy, and project implementation meet and discuss the latest development with specialists from the commercial sector. One of our key goals is to provide commercial partners with both a qualified introduction to the field and an update on current regulations. In 2026, we will once again gather to reflect, connect, and look ahead - together.
Although we have recently seen several important hydrogen projects cancelled, the sector as a whole continues to grow steadily, and the infrastructure development is ongoing. Electrolyzer capacities are increasing, more pilot and demonstration projects are coming online, and key policies are taking shape at both national and European levels. These achievements are the result of tireless efforts, strong collaboration, and a shared belief in hydrogen’s critical role in diversifying energy sources, reducing dependence on fossil resources and enabling more environmentally friendly technologies.
Yet, as the title of this year’s conference suggests – Hydrogen at the Crossroads: Courage to Continue – the path forward is anything but simple. The momentum built over the past years now faces headwinds: regulatory complexity, high costs, and frustration caused by slower-than-expected progress. But these are not reasons to retreat. On the contrary – they are challenges to overcome. They are opportunities to improve current technologies, to gather more experience, and to continue building trust among the public and decision-makers alike.
This year’s program will highlight both the milestones achieved and the challenges that lie ahead. In addition to exploring the latest developments in research and innovation, we will examine the evolving hydrogen value chain—from materials research to market deployment—and address key questions on financing, integration with renewables, and regulatory frameworks. Particular attention will be paid to real-world implementation: which approaches have proven feasible, and which must change to accelerate progress.
Hydrogen Days 2026 will take place in Prague in March. We warmly welcome you to join us as we explore where the hydrogen journey stands today - and how, together, we can shape its next chapter.
With courage, clarity, and collaboration – let us continue.
Sincerely
Karel Bouzek
Chairman of the Scientific Committee
