Guiding Scotland's Hydrogen Transition
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Read our work with ClimateXChange as we shape Scotland's hydrogen industry.
The Client's Challenge
ClimateXChange, backed by the Scottish Government, plays a key role in shaping climate policy by commissioning targeted research. As part of Scotland’s journey toward achieving net-zero emissions by 2045, the organisation is investigating the role hydrogen and its derivatives could play in cutting emissions and boosting the economy. To maximise the impact of their investments, ClimateXChange sought seasoned consultants to deliver comprehensive market insights.
Their analysis focused on:
- Demand for low-carbon hydrogen derivatives and products (HDPs) across the UK and EU
- Opportunities in high-value market segments
- Emerging and competing technologies
- Policy frameworks influencing future demand and investment
Talan's Solution
To advance their hydrogen deployment goals, ClimateXChange engaged Talan for expert support. With our extensive background in the energy industry and low-carbon transformation, we were ideally suited to deliver a thorough market assessment.
Our work encompassed:
- Projecting demand across priority regions and sectors for the years 2030 and 2045
- Assessing the commercial viability of hydrogen-derived products (HDPs) in key areas such as industry, aviation, transport, power, and heating
- Creating a ratings framework to inform strategic investment choices
- Converting the framework into a practical decision-making matrix
- Conducting a policy gap analysis through stakeholder consultations and regulatory landscape mapping
Our Impact
The report produced by our Low Carbon Molecules team delivered precisely the insights policymakers needed to advance Scotland’s hydrogen strategy.
We supported policymakers in:
- Pinpointing the most impactful applications for hydrogen
- Determining priority sectors and focus areas
- Exploring how Scotland could gain from exporting higher-value hydrogen-based products
- Identifying regions with strong potential for strategic collaboration
- Assessing both domestic and global regulatory landscapes
