Western Australia is making big strides in the field of hydrogen, says Gareth Martin, CEO of Business Events Perth. Photo Credit: Tourism Western Australia
Leaders in the hydrogen sector will come together at the Australian
Hydrogen Conference (West) in November this year to explore emerging
projects, challenges and opportunities that shape the future of this
rapidly expanding industry.
To be held in Perth, the two-day event will be significant in generating about AU$560,000 for the West Australian economy.
It is a timely conference as Western Australia (WA) is becoming
globally recognised for its renewable hydrogen potential, according to
Alannah MacTiernan MLC, minister for the hydrogen industry.
“Western Australia’s energy industry is moving towards more renewable
energy sources, and as a result, we’re making big strides in the field
of hydrogen.
“In 2019, the WA Government also launched the Renewable Hydrogen
Strategy, which sets out the State’s approach to becoming a significant
producer, exporter and user of renewable hydrogen energy,” shares Gareth
Martin, CEO of Business Events Perth. WA's strong progress in the
sector is significant in its selection as the destination for the 2022
conference.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Tourism Roger Cook MLA said the
government is actively supporting the recovery of tourism via the AU$185
million Reconnect WA funding package. It includes AU$15 million to
attract lucrative business events to WA.
The conference is organised by Sydney-based Informa and will be complemented by its east coast edition to be held in Adelaide.