During the Energy N.L. conference in St. John's, wind-hydrogen representatives expressed confidence in the sector's outlook despite the diminishing hype. The shift towards more serious contenders in Newfoundland and Labrador's wind-hydrogen projects is seen as a positive development. EVREC co-founder Ravi Sood highlighted the importance of emerging data from Europe on green hydrogen pricing and the reduced competition following the U.S. withdrawal from clean energy initiatives. Pattern Energy's assistant vice-president, Frank Davis, emphasized the need for strategic timing in project development, considering the global market's readiness. He also noted the policy turmoil in the U.S. and the opportunity for Canada to emerge as a leader in renewable energy investments. Karils Povisils from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners mentioned the challenges of convincing buyers to commit to wind-hydrogen projects, highlighting the importance of building a supportive ecosystem. Overall, industry players view the decrease in hype around wind-hydrogen projects positively, as it filters out less committed players and allows serious contenders to focus on sustainable project development. The sentiment is optimistic about the future of the wind-hydrogen sector in Newfoundland and Labrador, emphasizing the importance of long-term commitment and strategic planning for successful outcomes.