Commission's Opinion on Establishing ENNOH: Paving the Way for European Hydrogen Network
Key Ideas
- The Commission has published its opinion on the statutory documents of ENNOH, the European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen, emphasizing the importance of enabling operators to cooperate swiftly under EU legislation.
- Future hydrogen transmission network operators are urged to finalize and publish the statutory documents by early July 2025 in alignment with the Commission's and ACER's feedback, as part of the ENNOH establishment process.
- ENNOH, mandated by the Hydrogen and Gas Market Decarbonization Package, will play a crucial role in developing the Hydrogen Ten Year Network Development Plan and ensuring harmonized technical and operational rules for a safe interconnected hydrogen system in the EU.
- This initiative signifies a significant step towards the integration of hydrogen infrastructure and the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy system within the European Union.
The Commission’s recent publication of its opinion on the statutory documents of the European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen (ENNOH) marks a pivotal development in the establishment of this independent association at the EU level. The document details the Commission's feedback on the draft articles of association, rules of procedure, and list of members of ENNOH, emphasizing the urgency of enabling operators to work together through ENNOH while ensuring compliance with EU legislation. This aligns with the earlier opinion provided by the Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER). Future hydrogen transmission network operators are now tasked with adopting and publishing the final statutory documents by early July 2025, taking into account the recommendations from both the Commission and ACER. ENNOH's creation is a result of the Hydrogen and Gas Market Decarbonization Package, requiring the establishment of a new EU association for hydrogen transmission network operators. ENNOH will play a vital role in contributing to the development of the Hydrogen Ten Year Network Development Plan and will take over responsibilities from the European Network of Transmission System Operators for Gas (ENTSOG) in 2027. Additionally, ENNOH will be instrumental in creating harmonized technical and operational rules to ensure the efficient and safe operation of a connected hydrogen system across the EU. This initiative signifies a significant step towards the integration of hydrogen infrastructure and the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy system within the European Union, emphasizing the positive momentum towards a greener future.
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