Finland’s Hydrogen Infrastructure Projects Gain Key EU Recognition

Gasgrid Finland, in conjunction with partners such as Nordic Hydrogen Route, Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor, and Baltic Sea Hydrogen Collector, has achieved recognition on the European Commission’s Projects of Common Interest (PCI) list. This milestone positions three hydrogen infrastructure projects in the Baltic Sea region as pivotal contributors to European energy policy objectives.

Gasgrid Finland’s hydrogen initiatives have secured a place on the PCI list, indicating their crucial role in advancing European energy goals. Sara Kärki, Senior Vice President of Hydrogen Development at Gasgrid, emphasizes the honor and underscores Finland’s emergence as a vital component in European energy infrastructure.

The PCI status brings forth various opportunities, including eligibility for EU project funding and streamlined permitting procedures. Projects deemed essential for completing the European internal energy market and aligning with energy and climate policy goals receive PCI status, facilitating affordable, secure, and sustainable energy delivery in accordance with the Paris Agreement.

The Nordic-Baltic Hydrogen Corridor focuses on examining hydrogen infrastructure from Finland to Germany through the Baltic states. The Nordic Hydrogen Route explores hydrogen infrastructure linking Finland and Sweden along the Baltic Sea coast. The Baltic Sea Hydrogen Collector investigates undersea hydrogen infrastructure connecting Finland and Sweden to Central Europe.

Gasgrid's hydrogen endeavors represent a significant leap toward a hydrogen economy, aiming to attract investments, create jobs, enhance energy self-sufficiency, and contribute to national well-being through high-value products and expanded export industry growth.

Supported by a Finnish Government resolution, Gasgrid envisions Finland as a leader in the hydrogen economy, producing 10% of the EU’s green hydrogen. The PCI list endorsement aligns with Gasgrid’s commitment to national hydrogen projects and network development, guiding Finland toward a prominent role in the evolving hydrogen landscape.

Gasgrid's current focus is on refining planning stages and routing plans based on the content of the PCI list.