Germany signed a declaration of intent with Italy and Austria to develop a green hydrogen import corridor, aiming to provide a sustainable supply of green hydrogen to the southern states of Germany, in a move aimed at enhancing energy security in the future.

The Southern Hydrogen Corridor will extend 3,300 kilometers, passing through Algeria, Tunisia and southern Italy, and is part of Europe's plans to develop large corridors to import hydrogen via pipelines.

Green hydrogen is expected to play a decisive role in removing carbon from sectors that are difficult to reduce, such as the steel industry and chemical industries.

Despite domestic production of green hydrogen, imports from other regions – such as Africa, Australia and South America – are key to meeting the growing demand for renewable hydrogen.

The Southern Hydrogen Corridor is expected to be operational by 2030 and will contribute to achieving sustainable energy goals and diversifying energy sources in Europe.

This step reflects Germany's commitment to developing sustainable energy infrastructure and enhancing international cooperation in this field.