BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 12. DESFA and Bulgartransgaz have announced a joint Call for Interest, inviting stakeholders from across the hydrogen value chain to participate in a market assessment for Greece and Bulgaria, TurkicWorld reports via Bulgartransgaz.
The initiative targets potential hydrogen producers, consumers, traders, and suppliers, encouraging them to express non-binding interest in their ongoing or upcoming hydrogen projects, regardless of their development stage.
Interested parties are invited to submit their requests to the two Transmission System Operators (TSOs) by November 30, 2024. The aim of the Call for Interest is to gauge the future role of hydrogen in the regional energy mix and to identify market demands for hydrogen transmission capacity, production sites, and delivery points across both countries.
The data collected through this process will be instrumental in shaping the strategic planning and construction of hydrogen transport infrastructure in Greece and Bulgaria. By understanding the needs of the market, the TSOs aim to ensure the region is prepared for the transition to hydrogen as a key energy source.
A virtual workshop is scheduled for September 25, where DESFA and Bulgartransgaz will provide further details on the technical requirements and the participation process. Both operators are already advancing hydrogen-focused projects, with two key initiatives included in the European Commission's Project of Common Interest (PCI) and Project of Mutual Interest (PMI) lists. These projects represent a significant step towards the development of hydrogen infrastructure in Southeast Europe.
