A 100MW green hydrogen project in Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) has commenced partial production and started exporting to European and United States markets, according to a government statement released on Tuesday. Madbouly emphasised the government’s commitment to the venture, noting that it will significantly contribute to Egypt’s efforts to export green hydrogen to the European continent and other international markets. The Norwegian company is also expanding its solar energy footprint in Egypt, with the first phase of the “Obelisk” solar power project in Naga Hammadi recently inaugurated. European Union Ambassador to Egypt Angelina Eichhorst described Cairo as a global pioneer in the green hydrogen market and praised the momentum of Egyptian-European cooperation in renewable energy. European bank officials attending the meeting expressed a “real desire” to support Egypt’s transition into a regional hub for green hydrogen and green ammonia, indicating that their interest extends to additional projects across the sector.

Source: Daily News Egypt January 13, 2026 18:35 UTC