Switzerland’s national hydrogen strategy anticipates a rise in domestic hydrogen demand starting in 2035, driven by the expected decline in import costs.

The ‘Hydrogen: Overview and Action Options for Switzerland’ report was unveiled by the Federal Council on December 13 and developed with input from an internal administrative working group, an external working group and in consultation with the gas industry and regional authorities.

Although the current hydrogen demand in Switzerland is forecasted to remain low until 2035, from then the report stated that domestic demand will increase as imports from the EU and third countries become more cost-effective, steadily replacing domestic production.

The nation plans to build hydrogen infrastructure along the value chain; ensure integration with the European hydrogen network and strengthen imports through international partnerships; and leverage technology development to advance Switzerland as an energy hub.