Blue Hydrogen Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Technology (Steam Methane Reforming (SMR), Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), Autothermal Reforming (ATR), Oxyfuel Combustion, Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) and Other Technologies), Application, En

Blue Hydrogen Market Forecasts to 2030 – Global Analysis By Technology (Steam Methane Reforming (SMR), Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS), Autothermal Reforming (ATR), Oxyfuel Combustion, Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) and Other Technologies), Application, End User and By Geography


According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Blue Hydrogen Market is accounted for $19.62 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach $44.35 billion by 2030 growing at a CAGR of 13.9% during the forecast period. Blue hydrogen refers to hydrogen produced from natural gas through a process called steam methane reforming (SMR), which generates carbon dioxide (CO2) as a by-product. The CO2 emitted during SMR is captured and stored underground (carbon capture and storage, CCS) to mitigate its environmental impact. This approach aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional natural gas use, positioning blue hydrogen as a transitional energy source towards a low-carbon future.

According to projections, the California fuel cell partnership hopes to have 1,000 hydrogen refuelling stations and one million FCEVs. It might provide roughly 30% of the country's end-use energy by 2050.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Industrial decarbonization

Blue hydrogen, produced from natural gas with carbon capture and storage (CCS), provides a low-carbon solution for industries striving to meet emission targets. As regulatory pressures and sustainability goals increase, industries seek blue hydrogen to transition from fossil fuels, thus boosting its market. Additionally, investments in CCS technology enhance blue hydrogen's viability, further accelerating its adoption in industrial applications and supporting market expansion.

Restraint:

Limited availability of CCS infrastructure and technology

CCS facilities are costly to build and operate, requiring significant investment and regulatory approval. Without adequate infrastructure, the potential for large-scale blue hydrogen production remains restricted, limiting its competitiveness against other energy sources. Additionally, uncertainties surrounding CCS technology performance and operational challenges further deter widespread adoption. Therefore, the limited availability of CCS infrastructure and technology hampers market growth by constraining the scalability and cost-effectiveness of production.

Opportunity:

Increasing awareness of sustainable energy solutions

Increasing awareness of sustainable energy solutions propels the blue hydrogen market by highlighting the need for cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels. Blue hydrogen offers a low-carbon energy option that aligns with environmental goals. As consumers, businesses, and governments become more conscious of sustainability, demand for blue hydrogen rises. This awareness drives investment and innovation in blue hydrogen production and infrastructure, fostering its market growth as a key component in the transition to a sustainable energy future.

Threat:

High initial costs

Implementing CCS involves significant capital investments in capturing CO2 emissions and storing them safely underground. These upfront expenses can deter potential investors and industries from adopting blue hydrogen, especially when compared to cheaper, conventional fossil fuel alternatives. Consequently, the high initial costs act as a barrier to market entry and expansion, slowing down the growth of the blue hydrogen market despite its environmental benefits and long-term cost-effectiveness.

Covid-19 Impact

The covid-19 pandemic initially slowed the blue hydrogen market due to reduced industrial activity and economic uncertainty, impacting investment and project timelines. However, as economies recover and environmental priorities remain strong, governments and industries are increasingly focusing on sustainable energy solutions. This renewed emphasis could accelerate investments in blue hydrogen as part of broader recovery plans, driven by its potential role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and supporting energy transition goals.

The steam methane reforming (SMR) segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The steam methane reforming (SMR) segment is estimated to have a lucrative growth. SMR is a key technology in the blue hydrogen market, responsible for converting natural gas into hydrogen and carbon dioxide. In SMR, methane reacts with high-temperature steam in the presence of a catalyst to produce hydrogen and CO2. The CO2 emitted can be captured and stored underground (carbon capture and storage, CCS), making SMR a viable method for producing hydrogen with reduced greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional natural gas use.

The energy generation segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

The energy generation segment is anticipated to witness the highest CAGR growth during the forecast period. Blue hydrogen is increasingly explored for energy generation applications due to its potential to reduce carbon emissions compared to conventional fuels. It can be used in gas turbines for power generation, providing a cleaner alternative by producing water vapour as the primary emission instead of CO2. This makes blue hydrogen suitable for supporting renewable energy integration, enhancing energy security, and addressing environmental concerns in the transition towards a low-carbon energy future.

Region with largest share:

Asia Pacific is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. Countries like Japan, South Korea, and China are leading in hydrogen adoption due to ambitious decarbonization goals and efforts to reduce reliance on fossil fuels. These nations possess significant natural gas reserves and are investing heavily in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies. Additionally, partnerships with international companies and research institutions are advancing technological developments and infrastructure; thereby the region shows strong potential for growth in the blue hydrogen sector.

Region with highest CAGR:

Middle East & Africa is projected to have the highest CAGR over the forecast period. The region, rich in natural gas resources and possessing extensive experience in energy production, views blue hydrogen as a strategic opportunity. Countries like Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE are exploring blue hydrogen as a means to capitalize on existing infrastructure and expertise in gas processing. The region’s significant investment in carbon capture technology and establishing regulatory frameworks further propels the growth of the market.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players profiled in the Blue Hydrogen Market include Linde PLC, Air Products and Chemicals, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Equinor, British Petroleum Company, Shell Corporation, TotalEnergies, Sinopec, Eni S.p.A, Gazprom, Petrobras, Orsted, Saudi Aramco, Qatar Petroleum, Woodside Energy.

Key Developments:

In September 2023, British Petroleum Company launched a six-week consultation on their proposals for H2Teesside, a facility which will produce blue hydrogen and enable large scale decarbonisation of local industry. H2Teesside aims to be one of the UK’s largest blue hydrogen production facilities, targeting 1.2GW of hydrogen production by 2030.

In February 2023, Linde PLC signed a long-term agreement to distribute and supply hydrogen to OCI's blue ammonia production plant in Texas, U.S. This agreement is expected to allow Linde Plc to strengthen its fuel and blue ammonia platform in supplying to the U.S. and international exports.

Technologies Covered:
• Steam Methane Reforming (SMR)
• Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS)
• Autothermal Reforming (ATR)
• Oxyfuel Combustion
• Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS)
• Other Technologies

Applications Covered:
• Industrial Feedstock
• Energy Generation
• Transportation Fuel
• Hydrogen Blending
• Energy Storage
• Other Applications

End Users Covered:
• Industrial Sector
• Residential Sector
• Commercial Sector

Regions Covered:
• North America
US
Canada
Mexico
• Europe
Germany
UK
Italy
France
Spain
Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
Japan
China
India
Australia
New Zealand
South Korea
Rest of Asia Pacific
• South America
Argentina
Brazil
Chile
Rest of South America
• Middle East & Africa
Saudi Arabia
UAE
Qatar
South Africa
Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:
- Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
- Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
- Covers Market data for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2026, and 2030
- Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
- Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
- Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
- Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
- Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements


1 Executive Summary
2 Preface
2.1 Abstract
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2.2 Stake Holders
2.3 Research Scope
2.4 Research Methodology
2.4.1 Data Mining
2.4.2 Data Analysis
2.4.3 Data Validation
2.4.4 Research Approach
2.5 Research Sources
2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
2.5.3 Assumptions
3 Market Trend Analysis
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Drivers
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3.3 Restraints
3.4 Opportunities
3.5 Threats
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3.6 Technology Analysis
3.7 Application Analysis
3.8 End User Analysis
3.9 Emerging Markets
3.10 Impact of Covid-19
4 Porters Five Force Analysis
4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
4.3 Threat of substitutes
4.4 Threat of new entrants
4.5 Competitive rivalry
5 Global Blue Hydrogen Market, By Technology
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Steam Methane Reforming (SMR)
5.3 Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS)
5.4 Autothermal Reforming (ATR)
5.5 Oxyfuel Combustion
5.6 Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS)
5.7 Other Technologies
6 Global Blue Hydrogen Market, By Application
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Industrial Feedstock
6.3 Energy Generation
6.4 Transportation Fuel
6.5 Hydrogen Blending
6.6 Energy Storage
6.7 Other Applications
7 Global Blue Hydrogen Market, By End User
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Industrial Sector
7.3 Residential Sector
7.4 Commercial Sector
8 Global Blue Hydrogen Market, By Geography
8.1 Introduction
8.2 North America
8.2.1 US
8.2.2 Canada
8.2.3 Mexico
8.3 Europe
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8.3.1 Germany
8.3.2 UK
8.3.3 Italy
8.3.4 France
8.3.5 Spain
8.3.6 Rest of Europe
8.4 Asia Pacific
8.4.1 Japan
8.4.2 China
8.4.3 India
8.4.4 Australia
8.4.5 New Zealand
8.4.6 South Korea
8.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
8.5 South America
8.5.1 Argentina
8.5.2 Brazil
8.5.3 Chile
8.5.4 Rest of South America
8.6 Middle East & Africa
8.6.1 Saudi Arabia
8.6.2 UAE
8.6.3 Qatar
8.6.4 South Africa
8.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa
9 Key Developments
9.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
9.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
9.3 New Product Launch
9.4 Expansions
9.5 Other Key Strategies
10 Company Profiling
10.1 Linde PLC
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10.2 Air Products and Chemicals
10.3 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
10.4 Equinor
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10.5 British Petroleum Company
10.6 Shell Corporation
10.7 TotalEnergies
10.8 Sinopec
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10.9 Eni S.p.A
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10.10 Gazprom
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10.11 Petrobras
10.12 Orsted
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10.13 Saudi Aramco
10.14 Qatar Petroleum
10.15 Woodside Energy
List of Tables
Table 1 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Region (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 2 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 3 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 4 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 5 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 6 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 7 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 8 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 9 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 10 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 11 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 12 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 13 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 14 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 15 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 16 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 17 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 18 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 19 Global Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 20 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 21 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 22 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 23 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 24 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 25 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 26 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 27 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 28 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 29 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 30 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 31 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 32 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 33 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 34 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 35 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 36 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 37 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 38 North America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 39 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 40 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 41 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 42 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 43 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 44 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 45 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 46 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 47 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 48 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 49 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 50 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 51 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 52 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 53 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 54 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 55 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 56 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 57 Europe Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 58 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 59 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 60 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 61 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 62 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 63 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 64 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 65 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 66 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 67 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 68 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 69 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 70 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 71 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 72 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 73 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 74 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 75 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 76 Asia Pacific Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 77 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 78 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 79 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 80 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 81 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 82 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 83 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 84 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 85 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 86 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 87 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 88 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 89 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 90 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 91 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 92 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 93 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 94 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 95 South America Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 96 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Country (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 97 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Technology (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 98 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Steam Methane Reforming (SMR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 99 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Carbon Capture & Storage (CCS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 100 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Autothermal Reforming (ATR) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 101 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Oxyfuel Combustion (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 102 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Water-Gas Shift Reaction (WGS) (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 103 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Technologies (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 104 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Application (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 105 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Feedstock (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 106 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Generation (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 107 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Transportation Fuel (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 108 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Hydrogen Blending (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 109 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 110 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 111 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By End User (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 112 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Industrial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 113 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Residential Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)
Table 114 Middle East & Africa Blue Hydrogen Market Outlook, By Commercial Sector (2022-2030) ($MN)

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