The Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA) Conference in the United Kingdom saw industry leaders and government officials come together to advocate for rapid investment, scaled deployment, and long-term policy certainty in the hydrogen sector. Dr. Emma Guthrie, CEO of the HEA, emphasized that hydrogen is no longer just a future ambition but a present reality. The Minister of State for Industry, Sarah Jones MP, highlighted the central role of hydrogen in the government's key missions of economic development and energy independence. Progress under the Hydrogen Allocation Round scheme was acknowledged, with 27 projects approved under HAR2, although there was a call for increased delivery speed. Industry experts stressed the need for policies to align with practical projects on the ground for tangible progress. There was a collective push for the sector to focus on knowledge exportation and forward-thinking strategies. The sentiment throughout the conference was optimistic, with an emphasis on the potential for a thriving hydrogen economy to create jobs, attract investments, and contribute to a sustainable, low-carbon future for the UK.