POTENTIAL AND IMPACT OF GREEN HYDROGEN ON GLOBAL ENERGY SECTOR

The use of green hydrogen represents the most likely direction for the transformation of the energy sector of modern society, on the path of transition towards the use of sustainable energy in the future. Only green hydrogen, produced by using renewable energy sources, can significantly contribute to achieving the goals of the sustainable energy strategy, with a particular contribution to reducing carbon dioxide and global greenhouse gas emissions. This paper analyzes the current state and potential of the use of green hydrogen in different sectors, with a special emphasis on Europe, as a leader in the implementation of hydrogen-based technologies. A comparative analysis of cases shows how different approaches can contribute to accelerating the adoption of green hydrogen on a global scale. Through this paper, the aim is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state, challenges and opportunities for the wider application of green hydrogen, and to point out its potential to become a key link in sustainable energy transformation and reduction of dependence on fossil fuels.