Low-carbon hydrogen has the potential to allow the decarbonization of large chunks of the industrial and transport sectors by replacing fossil fuels, and could meet 15 to 20 percent of global final energy demand by 2050. Despite this promising outlook, technological leaps and substantial cost reductions are needed to bridge the gap with established but high emitting technologies. Massive investments are expected in the next ten years along the entire hydrogen value chain in support of this evolution. Natixis CIB is a leading bank in supporting the sustainable development of the hydrogen industry through financial innovation and expertise, with the goal of enabling the sector to achieve its significant potential.
Hydrogen: financing the growth of a new industry
