Conclusion

This chapter concludes the book and provides a discussion of key findings. Two key strategies to reach ‘hydrogen economies’ are identified and summarized. One is to start with the establishment of a legal framework and then looking for investments. The other is to secure investments first, with a legal framework growing thereafter. The chapter clarifies the role of law and regulation in both approaches and epitomizes key challenges and benefits of both by certain examples from the hydrogen value chain. The chapter concludes by recommending legal frameworks that promote transparency, accountability, and stakeholder engagement to foster a just transition towards a hydrogen-based economy. This transition necessitates a holistic approach that transcends siloed thinking and embraces interdisciplinary collaboration.