H2 MEET 2024, South Korea’s largest hydrogen industry exhibition, is set to open its doors tomorrow at KINTEX in Goyang City. Running from September 25 to September 27, the event will bring together key players from across the hydrogen industry, featuring a wide array of exhibitions and conferences focusing on the latest technologies, policies, and industry trends.
Today, September 24, marks the final day for early bird ticket sales and pre-registration for conferences such as the Leaders Summit, Country Day, and Tech Talk. Visitors can take advantage of a discounted ticket price of 5,000 KRW for early bird registration on the official website, h2meet.com. On-site registration fees will apply starting tomorrow, with special discounts available for students, military personnel, seniors, and other groups. High school students and younger can enter the exhibition free of charge.
The event, hosted by the H2 MEET Organizing Committee, chaired by Nam-hoon Kang of the Korea Automobile & Mobility Association, will feature specialized exhibitions covering the entire hydrogen value chain. This includes hydrogen production (e.g., water electrolysis, carbon capture, renewable energy), storage and transportation (e.g., hydrogen tanks, pipelines, liquefaction, and marine/terrestrial transportation), and utilization (e.g., mobility, fuel cells, steel, and chemical industries).
A New Challenge for a Sustainable Future: H2 MEET 2024 Takes Steps Towards a Carbon-Neutral Exhibition
The H2 MEET Organizing Committee has announced new programs ahead of the world hydrogen expo, ‘H2 MEET 2024,’ which is set to open on September 25. These initiatives aim to address environmental and sustainability challenges, going beyond the traditional showcasing of hydrogen industry technologies and products.
As part of these efforts, the committee will measure the total carbon emissions generated at the venue throughout the event. This data will be used to develop strategies aimed at achieving a carbon-neutral exhibition in the future, positioning H2 MEET as a platform focused on driving sustainability in the hydrogen sector.
In addition to the emissions measurement, a survey on carbon neutrality awareness will be conducted at the exhibition entrance. This survey will serve as preliminary data for setting carbon reduction goals for future exhibitions, starting post-2025. The Organizing Committee aims to enhance visitors’ understanding of carbon neutrality and encourage the adoption of sustainable lifestyles through active participation.
The H2 MEET Organizing Committee includes the Korea Automobile & Mobility Industry Association, H2KOREA, Hydrogen Energy Network (HyNet), Korea Energy Agency, and the Korea Industry Alliance Forum (KIAF).
Transitioning to a carbon-neutral exhibition is a global trend, not unique to H2 MEET 2024. Similar initiatives are already underway at international events, particularly in Europe and North America. For example, Germany’s Hannover Messe has been implementing various efforts to reduce carbon emissions, utilizing renewable energy sources and eco-friendly transportation to lower its carbon footprint. Similarly, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) has introduced programs focused on carbon neutrality, supporting companies showcasing technologies that reduce emissions and implementing methods to minimize the event’s environmental impact.
These global efforts have not only enhanced the success of exhibitions but have also fostered sustainable industrial innovation. H2 MEET 2024 aligns with these global trends, aiming to significantly promote sustainable growth in Korea’s hydrogen industry while aspiring to become a leading carbon-neutral exhibition in Asia.
Commenting on the initiatives, Chairman Nam-hoon Kang said, “This program will allow us to more accurately assess the exhibition’s environmental impact and lay the groundwork for substantive reduction activities. H2 MEET aims to evolve beyond a traditional industry exhibition into a leading platform that fulfills its environmental responsibilities.”
H2 MEET 2024: A Global Platform for Hydrogen Innovation
‘H2 MEET 2024,’ hosted by the H2 MEET Organizing Committee, will be held from September 25 (Wednesday) to September 27 (Friday) at Hall 1 of KINTEX in Goyang City. For the first time, it will be held jointly with H2WORLD, Korea’s premier hydrogen-specific exhibition, with the aim of becoming the leading global hydrogen industry event and showcasing South Korea’s hydrogen economy ecosystem.
In addition to H2 MEET and H2WORLD, the K-BATTERY SHOW 2024, focusing on secondary battery materials, parts, and equipment, and HARFKO 2024, covering heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and fluid systems, will also be held at the same venue.
H2 MEET 2024: Tech Talks Showcase Global Leadership in Hydrogen
The H2 MEET 2024 Organizing Committee, chaired by Nam-hoon Kang, has unveiled the lineup for its Tech Talks, part of the largest hydrogen industry exhibition in South Korea. Set to take place from September 25 to September 27 at KINTEX in Goyang City, this year’s event will feature the most extensive array of global speakers in its history. The Tech Talks will provide a platform for experts to share the latest technological advancements and market trends across the hydrogen value chain, from production to storage, transportation, and utilization.
As global interest in hydrogen continues to rise alongside advancements in technology and industrial expansion, this year’s H2 MEET Conference will bring together industry leaders from around the world. The Tech Talks will span the entire three-day event and will take place in specially designated seminar halls and rooms on the third floor of KINTEX Hall 1.
On September 25, experts from leading companies such as INFICON AB, Fives, HEROSE GmbH, and TÜV SÜD will present insights on hydrogen system leak testing, the role of liquid hydrogen in the mobility value chain, welding techniques, material selection for preventing hydrogen embrittlement, and green hydrogen as a key element in China’s decarbonization strategy.
The second day, September 26, will feature presentations from Dassault Systèmes, APGreen Inc., the UK’s National Physical Laboratory, Thyssenkrupp Nucera, Ceres, and Tampere University. Topics will include efficient and clean hydrogen production through digital solutions, plasma chemical hydrogen production processes, large-scale electrolysis technologies for industrial decarbonization, and partnerships between Ceres and Doosan Fuel Cell. Additional discussions will focus on smart manufacturing of reversible solid oxide fuel cells and innovations in mass flow control for testing electrolysis cells.
Chairman Nam-hoon Kang highlighted the significance of the Tech Talks in supporting the global transition to carbon neutrality, stating, “As hydrogen becomes a key part of this transition, we have designed the Tech Talks to provide valuable insights into the latest technologies and trends from leading hydrogen nations. We are committed to ensuring this session delivers practical benefits to hydrogen enterprises.”
H2 MEET 2024 is co-organized by prominent Korean organizations, including the Korea Automobile Manufacturers Association, H2KOREA, the Hydrogen Energy Network (HyNet), the Korea Energy Agency, and the Korea Industry Alliance Forum (KIAF). This year’s event will also include the debut of H2WORLD, Korea’s first dedicated hydrogen exhibition, further enhancing the event’s scope and ambition.
Pre-registration for the Tech Talks is open until September 24 on the official H2 MEET website, where attendees can also access detailed information on the program and speakers.
Simultaneously, the Secondary Battery Materials, Parts, and Equipment Exhibition (K-BATTERY SHOW 2024) and the Heating, Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, and Fluid Exhibition Korea (HARFKO 2024) will take place in KINTEX Hall 1, expanding the range of industry discussions to include energy storage and industrial systems.
This September’s event is expected to provide participants with in-depth insights into South Korea’s growing hydrogen economy, alongside showcasing the nation’s leadership potential in global hydrogen technology development.
