江苏氢能产业发明专利申请量全国第一 ——“氢”装上阵，“链”出绿能高地

Core Insights - The hydrogen energy industry is viewed as a strategic emerging sector with no "ceiling," transitioning from a technological concept to a competitive arena for future industrial dominance [1] - Jiangsu province is emerging as a key hub for hydrogen energy, with over 300 related enterprises and institutions, and is projected to achieve a sales revenue of 34 billion yuan in 2024, ranking second nationally [1] Industry Overview - The hydrogen energy industry chain in Jiangsu includes hydrogen production, storage and transportation, fuel cell manufacturing, and hydrogen refueling station construction, with significant contributions from companies like Jiangsu Guofu Hydrogen Energy Technology Equipment Co., which manufactures core equipment for refueling stations [2][5] - Zhangjiagang has operationalized 225 hydrogen-powered vehicles and has five refueling stations with a daily refueling capacity of 3.2 tons [3] Technological Advancements - Companies in Jiangsu are developing innovative hydrogen production technologies, such as seawater electrolysis, which can utilize seawater and waste water for hydrogen production, achieving international leading standards [4] - The hydrogen energy industry chain in Jiangsu is comprehensive, covering all aspects from production to application, with significant investments in research and development [5][7] Policy and Support - The implementation of the Energy Law in China has provided a favorable policy environment for the hydrogen energy sector, encouraging high-quality development [8] - Jiangsu's government is actively supporting the hydrogen industry through financial incentives, including a 2 billion yuan special fund for hydrogen energy projects [9][10] Future Outlook - By 2027, Jiangsu aims to exceed 100 billion yuan in hydrogen industry scale and establish over 100 hydrogen refueling stations, promoting the use of more than 10,000 fuel cell vehicles [10] - The province is focusing on reducing hydrogen production costs and expanding application scenarios, leveraging its abundant offshore wind energy resources [8][10]