Hydrogen East | Toronto will be a landmark event in shaping the province's hydrogen future. By focusing on production technologies, regulatory frameworks, decarbonization strategies, and market opportunities, this conference will foster collaboration and drive the adoption of hydrogen across Ontario’s key industries. As the hydrogen economy continues to expand, this event will position Ontario as a leader in hydrogen innovation, paving the way for a sustainable and prosperous energy future.

Call for Presentations is now open.  Topics include:

Hydrogen Production and Supply Chain Development

• Focus: Discussions on the latest advancements in hydrogen production methods, including electrolysis, natural gas reforming, and biogas conversion. Exploration of the development of a robust supply chain that ensures the efficient and sustainable distribution of hydrogen across Ontario.

Key Topics:

• Green and blue hydrogen production technologies.
• Infrastructure development for hydrogen transport and storage.
• Strategies for scaling up hydrogen production to meet industrial demand.

Policy and Regulatory Frameworks

• Focus: Examination of current and emerging policies, regulations, and incentives that support hydrogen adoption in Ontario. Engage with policymakers to discuss the role of government in creating a favorable environment for hydrogen growth.

Key Topics:

• Ontario's hydrogen strategy and roadmap.
• Federal and provincial policies impacting hydrogen development.
• Incentives and funding opportunities for hydrogen projects.

Decarbonization Strategies

• Focus: How hydrogen can contribute to Ontario's decarbonization goals, particularly in hard-to-abate sectors such as heavy industry, transportation, and energy-intensive manufacturing.

Key Topics:

• Hydrogen as a tool for industrial decarbonization.
• Role of hydrogen in achieving net-zero emissions targets.
• Case studies on successful hydrogen projects in Ontario and beyond.

Technological Innovation and Research

• Focus: Showcase cutting-edge research, technological innovations, and pilot projects that are driving the hydrogen economy forward. Provide a platform for academia and research institutions to present their findings and collaborate with industry.

Key Topics:

• Advances in hydrogen fuel cells and storage technologies.
• Research on hydrogen blending with natural gas.
• Collaborative research initiatives between industry and academia.

Market Development and Commercialization

• Focus: Identify the economic opportunities presented by the hydrogen economy, including market trends, commercialization strategies, and potential for job creation in Ontario.

Key Topics:

• Market demand for hydrogen across different sectors.
• Commercialization pathways for hydrogen technologies.
• Investment opportunities in Ontario's hydrogen sector.

End-User Applications

• Focus: Explore the various applications of hydrogen across industries, with an emphasis on sectors most likely to benefit from hydrogen adoption.

Key Topics:

• Hydrogen in transportation (e.g., fuel cell vehicles, buses, trucks).
• Hydrogen for industrial heating and power generation.
• Hydrogen applications in the chemical and petrochemical industries.