Shawn Modise, the acting project management unit manager at the Northern Cape Economic Development, Trade, and Investment Promotion Agency, has stated that the government intends to play a crucial role in reducing the risks associated with green hydrogen projects while supporting the Northern Cape’s green hydrogen ambitions and facilitating industry growth. Speaking at a conference in Johannesburg, Modise highlighted the Northern Cape’s inherent advantages that position it as an ideal hub for a national green hydrogen ecosystem. The Northern Cape’s less complex topography makes it an attractive area for green hydrogen development, with 50% of its land suitable for solar or wind projects. The region’s substantial mineral deposits, accounting for 28% of the Northern Cape’s GDP, also make it attractive for development, particularly in the mining sector. The government is also committed to supporting permitting, setting localisation policies, and providing capacity development support for community involvement in the ecosystem.

Source: The North Africa Journal September 13, 2023 15:59 UTC