Major boost for hydrogen in China as new law classes it as energy resource, rather than hazardous chemical

H2 will now get improved government support on planning, development, utilisation and storage — and its price will be set or guided by Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping makes a toast on the eve of National Day in September at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
Chinese President Xi Jinping makes a toast on the eve of National Day in September at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.Photo: AFP/Getty
Published 11 November 2024, 13:57Updated 12 November 2024, 13:29
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