ANEL and Partners of the Green HYDRA project gathered in Sogndal, Norway on 9th – 12th September 2025 for a three-day workshop focused on improving policy instruments to support the development of green hydrogen. The main theme of the workshop was “Hydrogen in Sogn – from power surplus to value chain?”, highlighting the potential for hydrogen to play a key role in the region’s energy transition.

Sogn offers unique advantages for future energy systems. With abundant renewable hydropower, well-established infrastructure and a strong culture of collaboration between academia, research and industry, the region is well-positioned to explore innovative energy solutions. The workshop provided a platform for partners to learn how leveraging local strengths can enhance system flexibility and drive the development of green hydrogen initiatives.

Local stakeholders emphasized that despite decades of expertise and innovation in hydropower, the region continues to face challenges in balancing energy supply and demand. Hydrogen presents a promising pathway to address these challenges. However, moving forward requires deeper knowledge, stronger competence and a shared understanding of the opportunities and limitations.

During the workshop, Green HYDRA partners engaged in intensive discussions on how to best support regional hydrogen strategies. They explored practical approaches to policy design, knowledge sharing and collaboration that can accelerate the integration of hydrogen into Sogn’s energy ecosystem. The workshop highlighted the importance of combining technical expertise with regional collaboration to create sustainable solutions.

ANEL actively participated in this event, contributing its insights and learning from other partners’ experiences. This engagement strengthens ANEL’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and supports its ongoing efforts to foster green innovation in Cyprus and beyond.

Through initiatives like the Green HYDRA project, regions such as Sogn can transform renewable energy potential into tangible economic and environmental benefits, demonstrating the important role of hydrogen in the clean energy transition.