| Hydrogen progress in Colombia

In line with the Hydrogen Roadmap, an Intersectoral Commission has been structured through the draft decree "Por el cual se crea la Comisión Intersectorial para la Gobernanza del Hidrógeno y/o sus derivados y se dictan disposiciones para su funcionamiento". This Commission is composed of the Minister of Mines and Energy, who will chair it, along with the Ministers of Finance and Public Credit; Agriculture and Rural Development; Trade, Industry and Tourism; Environment and Sustainable Development; and Transport; the Director of the Administrative Department of the Presidency of the Republic; and the Director of the National Planning Department.

The objective of this body is to strengthen coordination among government entities and key stakeholders in the sector to consolidate the hydrogen ecosystem in the country. Its functions include formulating public policies and regulatory proposals for hydrogen development, coordinating governmental initiatives and decarbonization strategies, promoting research, technological development and investment in hydrogen and its derivatives, monitoring the implementation of the Hydrogen Roadmap, and evaluating technical and safety standards.

Additionally, coordination efforts have been made with CREG, ICONTEC, ONAC, INM, ICEPET, among others, with the aim of consolidating support for the creation of regulatory instruments that will govern the hydrogen ecosystem in Colombia. These articulation spaces are fundamental to ensure a clear and coherent regulatory framework that promotes investment and the sustainable development of hydrogen as an energy carrier.

Within this framework, Decree 1476 of 2022 establishes guidelines to promote the innovation, production, and use of hydrogen in Colombia, providing a regulatory structure that facilitates its integration into the country's energy transition.

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Within the framework of Decree 1597 of 2024, which amends Decree 1073 of 2015, the concept of low-emission hydrogen was defined, considering its production with low carbon intensity, regardless of the method used. According to this regulation, the classification of hydrogen as low-emission will depend on whether the GHG intensity is less than or equal to the thresholds to be established by the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development and the Ministry of Mines and Energy. Likewise, green, blue, and white hydrogen—as defined in Law 1715 of 2014 (amended by Laws 2099 of 2021 and 2294 of 2023)—are included within this category as long as they comply with the established emission limits.

As part of the regulatory development, Law 2099 of 2021 defines green and blue hydrogen, while Law 2294 of 2023 incorporates white hydrogen into the national regulatory framework. In 2022, the Green Taxonomy established the need to set emission thresholds for low-emission hydrogen, providing clear criteria for its classification. Additionally, Decree 2235 of 2023 regulates the development of white hydrogen projects within the framework of the Just Energy Transition, facilitating their implementation in Colombia.

Decree 1597 of 2024 also defines low-emission hydrogen and sets guidelines for its management and promotion in the country. These regulatory developments provide clarity in the classification and regulation of hydrogen, facilitating its development under environmental standards aligned with both national and international climate strategies.

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To strengthen the development of hydrogen in the country, Colombia has established meetings with international cooperation partners from Asia, Germany, and the Netherlands. These engagements aim to coordinate efforts and receive support in the form of consultancy services, technical assistance, and other types of collaboration to consolidate the hydrogen ecosystem.

Participation in these spaces facilitates knowledge transfer, access to best practices, and alignment with global standards, driving the growth of the sector in the country.

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Work is currently underway on the development of the regulatory act that will give rise to the resolution for hydrogen origin certification, in compliance with Decree 1597 of 2024. This process is being carried out through working groups with industry and other key stakeholders, with the objective of ensuring a transparent and reliable system to certify the origin of hydrogen produced in the country. This certification will be essential to build investor confidence, ensure quality standards, and facilitate the integration of Colombian hydrogen into international markets.

Work is currently underway on the development of the regulatory act that will give rise to the resolution for hydrogen origin certification, in compliance with Decree 1597 of 2024. This process is being carried out through working groups with industry and other key stakeholders, with the objective of ensuring a transparent and reliable system to certify the origin of hydrogen produced in the country. This certification will be essential to build investor confidence, ensure quality standards, and facilitate the integration of Colombian hydrogen into international markets.

As part of this effort, a draft decree is currently being developed to establish the origin certification scheme for hydrogen, with the aim of consolidating a robust regulatory framework that supports the energy transition and the competitiveness of Colombian hydrogen in the global market.

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On June 5, 2024, during the First Colombia-Germany Symposium on Green Hydrogen and Decarbonization, Colombia and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to global decarbonization. As part of this cooperation, on June 7, 2024, the H2-Diplo office was officially inaugurated in Colombia—the first of its kind in the region—funded by the German Federal Foreign Office and implemented by the German Development Cooperation (GIZ).

This project aims to strengthen the use of green hydrogen and its derivatives to support Colombia’s decarbonization and economic diversification through carbon-neutral value chains. During the event, the High-Level Steering Committee on Renewable Energy and Green Hydrogen discussed the policy actions needed to accelerate the deployment of hydrogen in both countries.

The symposium also promoted dialogue among the public and private sectors, academia, and civil society, with the goal of identifying challenges and opportunities for effectively developing Colombia's hydrogen ecosystem. In addition, it highlighted the participation of women leaders in the industry, reinforcing an approach based on equity and inclusion in the sector.

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The Ministry of Mines and Energy has strengthened its presence in training and outreach spaces at both the national and international levels on low-emission hydrogen topics. In addition, within the ECOH2 platform, an events section has been enabled to compile and disseminate key meetings related to hydrogen. This effort aims not only to map and promote attendance at these events but also to encourage the active participation of all stakeholders—including actors across the hydrogen value chain, academia, and the general public—thereby fostering ownership and the expansion of the ecosystem.

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To strengthen the dissemination of Colombia’s green hydrogen potential, the Ecosistema H2 Colombia platform has been developed—a space that integrates and connects all sector stakeholders. This tool offers:

• News and events related to low-emission hydrogen.
• An academic ecosystem with information on certified training programs available in the country.
• Technical and regulatory information, including resolutions, decrees, laws, and public policies.
• Key publications, the hydrogen value chain, and the sector’s challenges and opportunities.
• The hydrogen map of Colombia, ongoing projects, and a guide for new project development.
• A geoportal that facilitates visualization of the hydrogen ecosystem in the country.

This initiative aims to make information more accessible to the general public and to promote hydrogen as a key energy vector for Colombia’s future.

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As part of the regulatory development of hydrogen in Colombia, working groups have been held with ICONTEC to identify and organize existing technical standards related to hydrogen production, storage, transport, and use. This effort aims to strengthen ongoing regulatory projects and ensure a regulatory framework aligned with both national and international standards. To date, ICONTEC has developed 39 Colombian technical standards for the hydrogen value chain, contributing to the establishment of a solid technical foundation for its development.

Additionally, the Ministry of Mines and Energy is a member of Hydrogen Committee 259, which focuses on standardization for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of hydrogen systems and equipment, including its use in transportation (vehicles, ships, etc.). Participation in this committee ensures that the country’s public policies are aligned with global regulations and best practices on hydrogen, promoting technical standards that enable its safe and efficient implementation.

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Law 2294 of 2023 recognizes hydrogen as a strategic investment within the National Development Plan, promoting its implementation in the context of the country’s energy transition. To strengthen its competitiveness, Resolution 135 of 2025 issued by UPME establishes the requirements for accessing the tax incentives outlined in Law 1715 of 2014, granting fiscal benefits to low-emission hydrogen projects. These measures aim to attract investment, foster innovation, and position hydrogen as a key pillar in the decarbonization of Colombia’s economy.

In addition, consultancy processes have been carried out with external firms focused on designing demand-side incentives and their derivatives, with the goal of implementing strategic public policy frameworks to drive the growth of the hydrogen market in the country.

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In coordination with the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG), progress is being made on drafting the resolution regarding the composition and requirements for hydrogen injection into natural gas transportation and distribution systems. This regulation aims to establish the necessary technical and regulatory guidelines to ensure the safety, efficiency, and viability of hydrogen blending with natural gas, aligning Colombia with international best practices in the energy transition.

To accelerate the development of hydrogen in the country, the Ecosistema H2 Colombia platform provides guidance on project structuring and access to tax incentives, in accordance with Resolution 135 of 2025 issued by UPME. Additionally, the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development is advancing the evaluation of administrative procedures for the environmental management of hydrogen projects, aiming to ensure efficient processes aligned with sustainability goals. These actions strengthen the institutional and regulatory framework for the expansion of hydrogen in Colombia.

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To strengthen the energy transition, Decree 2236 of 2024 and Resolution 40509 of 2024 establish the regulatory framework for the development of energy communities, promoting decentralized generation and the efficient use of renewable energy sources. In the same vein, Decree 1403 of 2024 promotes self-generation and the integration of Non-Conventional Renewable Energy Sources (FNCER), creating favorable conditions for the development of hydrogen projects. Complementing these measures, Decree 1597 of 2024 assigns the Energy and Gas Regulatory Commission (CREG) the responsibility of evaluating electricity tariff schemes for hydrogen projects, with the aim of boosting their competitiveness and strengthening their role in Colombia’s energy market.

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Within Colombia’s national hydrogen ecosystem, sectoral associations such as the Colombian Hydrogen Association and the Colombian Hydrogen Chamber ANDI–Naturgas have been consolidated. These entities, together with the institutions they bring together and in coordinated work with academia, public institutions, and international cooperation, form the necessary fabric to promote and drive the development and growth of hydrogen technologies at the national level, while also enhancing and strengthening the country’s industrial base.

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Social and environmental leaders, labor unions, and territorial and ethnic communities in the department of Cesar have participated in the Social Dialogue forums of the “Corredor de Vida del Cesar” to express concerns and expectations regarding the region’s social and labor situation, as part of the process of developing the Just Energy Transition Roadmap. During these dialogues, the feasibility of hydrogen has been evaluated as a strategy for labor reconversion, productive diversification, and territorial energy transition..

Additionally, the Ministry of Mines and Energy issued Decree 0977, which regulates Article 231 of Law 2294 of 2023 (National Development Plan), enabling the implementation of Special Mining Districts for Productive Diversification.

Moreover, universities are conducting studies to assess the potential of using coal as a raw material for hydrogen production, incorporating carbon dioxide capture—an essential process to ensure sustainability and socio-economic balance.

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Law 2169 of 2022, which promotes the country’s low-carbon development by establishing minimum targets and measures for carbon neutrality and climate resilience, creates the National Emissions Trading Program. Complementarily, the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, through Resolution 418 of 2024, partially regulated Article 175 of Law 1753 of 2015, as amended by Article 230 of Law 2294 of 2023, regarding the administration of the National Registry for Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Removals.

These provisions enable the deployment of instruments responsible for identifying investments and projects that contribute to the country’s climate change targets, while also serving as tools to promote demand for low-emission hydrogen.

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Decree 1476 of 2022 establishes a clear regulatory framework for the mechanisms, conditions, and incentives to promote local development, innovation, research, production, storage, transportation, distribution, and use of hydrogen. Additionally, the Ministry of Mines and Energy is advancing a draft decree to establish incentives for CCUS technologies, which would serve as complementary market signals to promote hydrogen adoption within carbon markets.

Facilities are financial initiatives that bring together public, private, and multilateral funds to support the development of local demand and the establishment of a domestic market, while also promoting national production capacities. These types of instruments contribute to risk mitigation, cost reduction, and the acceleration of investment realization in the country’s hydrogen industry.

Facilities are financial initiatives that bring together public, private, and multilateral funds to support the development of local demand and the establishment of a domestic market, while also promoting national production capacities. These types of instruments contribute to risk mitigation, cost reduction, and the acceleration of investment realization in the country’s hydrogen industry.

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The national government, through various ministries and agencies—including the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the National Planning Department (DNP), the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs—has advanced in the development of a Country Platform for Socio-Ecological and Productive Transformation, initially named Portfolio for the Socio-Ecological Transition. Its goal is to align the NDCs, the Just Energy Transition Roadmap (HdR-TEJ), and the Portfolio to enable and safeguard the structural change envisioned for the mining and energy sector. This platform seeks to attract foreign investment for the deployment of non-conventional renewable energy sources (NCRES), infrastructure, energy efficiency, decarbonization, and regional development in an equitable manner.

As part of its international promotion strategy—with emphasis on NCRES and hydrogen derivatives—the Ministry of Mines and Energy reports the following advances to attract investment from companies seeking to expand their energy and decarbonization solution portfolios:

• The Ministry of Mines and Energy was part of the organizing committee of the LAC H2 Summit Cartagena 2024 – Latin America and the Caribbean, a key meeting space for global hydrogen ecosystem stakeholders to realize the region’s potential. During the event, multiple meetings were held with international companies, showcasing hydrogen production projects proposed by national and international stakeholders. A total of 36 hydrogen projects were identified, demonstrating Colombia’s investment potential.
• Con el apoyo de la Embajada de Países Bajos en Colombia, en alianza con el Ministerio de Minas y Energía, está llevando a cabo la consultoría " Consultoría integrada de infraestructura eólica marina e hidrógeno verde en puertos colombianos". El objetivo principal de esta consultoría es evaluar la capacidad de los puertos colombianos en la costa del Caribe para participar en el desarrollo de parques eólicos marinos (OSW) y/o la exportación de hidrógeno verde (H2) o sus derivados. Para ello, se han implementado estrategias para verificar si los puertos actuales son adecuados para estas actividades y formular recomendaciones sobre qué se necesita para adaptar los puertos, basándose en análisis técnicos, legales y socioambientales. Hasta el momento, la consultoría se encuentra en curso y los resultados preliminares indican la necesidad en el desarrollo de proyectos OSW y H2 con el gobierno colombiano, para la toma de decisiones y la formulación de estrategias para el desarrollo de la infraestructura de puertos.
• With support from the Embassy of the Netherlands in Colombia, and in partnership with the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the “Integrated Consultancy on Offshore Wind Infrastructure and Green Hydrogen in Colombian Ports” is underway. The main objective is to assess the capacity of Colombian Caribbean ports to support offshore wind (OSW) development and/or the export of green hydrogen or its derivatives. The consultancy evaluates whether current port infrastructure is suitable and makes recommendations for adaptation, based on technical, legal, and socio-environmental analyses. Preliminary results indicate the need to develop OSW and hydrogen projects in coordination with the Colombian government to support strategic decision-making for port infrastructure planning.

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In 2024, the ECOSISTEMA H2 COLOMBIA platform was launched. It compiles information on the hydrogen value chain in the country, identifying both hydrogen supply and demand across Colombia.

Additionally, through Resolution 40165 of May 20, 2024, the Ministry of Mines established the parameters for the development of the Program for the Substitution of Firewood, Coal, and Waste with Transition Fuels for Cooking, which includes hydrogen among the eligible transition fuels.

Furthermore, in collaboration with GIZ, a consultancy is currently underway to define incentives for the domestic demand of low-emission hydrogen and its derivatives. Among the deliverables is a proposed plan to promote hydrogen consumption and penetration as both an energy carrier and industrial input in the national market.

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To support the deployment of hydrogen in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), the roadmap “Clean Skies, Economy and Aviation for Life: Sustainable Aviation Fuel Roadmap in Colombia” was launched in 2024. This initiative was led by Aerocivil with the participation of the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

The Colombian Navy and the Colombian Hydrogen Association established a strategic alliance under the Navy's Strategic Energy Transition Plan to decarbonize the defense sector and reduce dependence on fossil fuels through the use of hydrogen and its derivatives. This alliance enables the Navy to participate in regulatory, technical, and stakeholder engagement forums, where regulatory proposals for hydrogen use are developed, technological advancements are assessed, and connections with national and international entities committed to the energy transition are fostered.

Members of the Ministry of Mines and Energy and the national government have participated in discussion spaces and conducted site visits to various hydrogen mobility pilot projects. These visits have provided firsthand insight into the production, storage, and dispensing processes of hydrogen, as well as the technological capabilities implemented to ensure efficiency and safety across all stages of the hydrogen cycle—from production to end use in vehicles.

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At the specialized laboratory for traditional gas appliances and internal networks located at the Ruta N headquarters in Medellín, EPM, with support from experts and researchers from the Pontifical Bolivarian University, is conducting a series of technical blending tests to characterize and assess the performance of materials and equipment used for the transport and use of hydrogen-natural gas blends in residential installations.

At the specialized laboratory for traditional gas appliances and internal networks located at the Ruta N headquarters in Medellín, EPM, with support from experts and researchers from the Pontifical Bolivarian University, is conducting a series of technical blending tests to characterize and assess the performance of materials and equipment used for the transport and use of hydrogen-natural gas blends in residential installations.

At the specialized laboratory for traditional gas appliances and internal networks located at the Ruta N headquarters in Medellín, EPM, with support from experts and researchers from the Pontifical Bolivarian University, is conducting a series of technical blending tests to characterize and assess the performance of materials and equipment used for the transport and use of hydrogen-natural gas blends in residential installations.

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Article 2.2.7.4.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015 formalized the creation of the Single Information System for the Development, Management, and Promotion of Hydrogen, known as Ecosistema H2 Colombia, with the acronym ECOH2. The purpose of this platform is to promote the development, management, and promotion of the hydrogen and/or hydrogen derivatives market. Its structure includes a glossary, general information on hydrogen, and a repository of publications and educational content that help bring hydrogen-related technologies closer to local communities.

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A Hub is an integrated ecosystem located in a specific area that enables the production, storage, and distribution of hydrogen and its derivatives. It also serves as a coordination platform for stakeholders across the hydrogen value chain, facilitating the convergence of productive actors, academia, international cooperation agencies, and the State to drive the development of hydrogen in the region. Collaboration among the public, academic, and private sectors is crucial to develop projects that not only benefit local areas but also contribute to sustainable development at both national and international levels.

Recognizing the importance of hubs for hydrogen development, and with support from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) and implementation by the German Development Cooperation (GIZ) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the International Power-to-X Hub Colombia program concluded at the end of 2023. As a result of this initiative, Colombia now has studies on Green Hydrogen and Power-to-X (PtX) Hubs, which identified six hubs in the country: La Guajira (subject to compliance with sustainability criteria), Barranquilla, Cartagena, Antioquia, Manizales, and Valle del Cauca.

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Various regions of the country have made progress in implementing actions that contribute to the decarbonization of the national economy. The Ministry of Mines and Energy has promoted the regional development of initiatives that enable cooperation between companies and public entities to achieve economies of scale. In this context, the Ministry has actively supported the Antioquia Hydrogen Hub in its consolidation process and has responded to calls from the Caribbean Administrative and Planning Region (RAP Caribe) to foster collaboration and joint efforts to ensure a sustainable and competitive energy model, in which hydrogen plays a key role.

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In February 2025, the National Planning Department (DNP) and the Ministry of Mines and Energy (Minenergía) presented the roadmap for the development of the CONPES policy document, which aims to promote the production and demand of low-emission hydrogen. As part of this initiative, multiple forums have been held in which public and private stakeholders identified needs, opportunities, and proposals to strengthen Colombia’s hydrogen ecosystem.

Additionally, Minenergía has conducted consultancies to update the hydrogen roadmap and establish a national strategy focused on low-emission hydrogen and its derivatives. One of the outcomes is the following document:

Ministry of Mines and Energy, GIZ, and NTT DATA, “Complement to the Hydrogen Roadmap Focused on PtX Technologies: Colombia Connected with PtX Hubs Worldwide”, 2023:

Ministerio de Minas y Energía, GIZ, y NTT DATA, “Complemento a la Hoja Ruta del Hidrógeno Enfocado en las Tecnologías PtX Colombia conectada con Hubs PtX del mundo”, 2023.

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In 2022, the National Planning Department (DNP) conducted the consultancy titled “Study of Business Models for Blue Hydrogen Production in Colombia”, which proposed six business models: (1) geological carbon sequestration, (2) use of captured carbon for enhanced oil recovery, (3) blue hydrogen production for mobility, (4) methanol production, (5) ammonia production, and (6) urea production.

According to the feasibility analysis, these models achieve adequate levels of profitability and sustainability for the use of natural gas and coal as primary sources for blue hydrogen production.

CQM Consultoría SAS, “Study of Business Models for Blue Hydrogen Production in Colombia INF_002_2022 – Diagnosis and Selection of Alternatives Rev02”, 2022.

In 2022, the National Planning Department (DNP) conducted the consultancy “Study of Business Models for Blue Hydrogen Production in Colombia”, which outlined six business models: Geological carbon sequestration, Utilization of captured carbon for enhanced oil recovery, Blue hydrogen production for mobility applications, Methanol production, Ammonia production, and Urea production.

According to the feasibility analyses, these models demonstrate adequate levels of profitability and sustainability when using natural gas and coal as primary feedstocks for blue hydrogen production.

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has assessed the availability of water resources for hydrogen production in Colombia. Additionally, a consultancy led by the National Planning Department (DNP) is currently under development to further analyze water availability for the production of hydrogen and its derivatives.

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As part of the Just Energy Transition Roadmap (TEJ), the documents Subnational Energy Potential and Decarbonization Opportunities and National Scenarios for the Just Energy Transition were developed, in which the potential of non-conventional renewable energy sources (NCRES) in the country was quantified. Additionally, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has assessed the availability of resources for hydrogen production in Colombia, using information from consultancies conducted by various entities of the National Government. The conclusions from these assessments will be presented in the upcoming CONPES – National Hydrogen Policy.

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As part of the Just Energy Transition Roadmap (TEJ), the documents Subnational Energy Potential and Decarbonization Opportunities and National Scenarios for the Just Energy Transition were developed. These studies quantified the potential of non-conventional renewable energy sources (NCRES) in Colombia.

In addition, the Ministry of Mines and Energy has assessed the availability of resources for hydrogen production in Colombia, using information from consultancies carried out by various entities of the National Government. The conclusions from these evaluations will be presented in the upcoming CONPES – National Hydrogen Policy.

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A través de un riguroso estudio,FENOGE analizó los riesgos y oportunidades de producir hidrógeno para su exportación a partir de energía eléctrica proveniente de PCH. En el informe se presentaron medidas para impulsar la promoción, desarrollo e implementación de proyectos en favor de estas tecnologías.

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In 2022, the National Planning Department (DNP) carried out the consultancy “Study of Business Models for Blue Hydrogen Production in Colombia”, which proposed six business models: Geological carbon sequestration, Use of captured carbon for enhanced oil recovery, Blue hydrogen production for mobility applications, Methanol production, Ammonia production, and Urea production.

According to the feasibility analyses, these models show adequate levels of profitability and sustainability when using natural gas and coal as primary feedstocks for blue hydrogen production.

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At the specialized laboratory for traditional gas appliances and internal networks, located at the Ruta N headquarters in Medellín, EPM, with support from experts and researchers from the Pontifical Bolivarian University, is conducting a series of technical blending tests. These tests aim to characterize and evaluate the performance of materials and equipment intended for the transport and use of hydrogen-natural gas blends in residential installations.

Another example comes from Promigas, a natural gas transporter, which launched an exploratory pilot project for green hydrogen production and blending with natural gas in transportation and distribution networks. The project is located at the Heroica Station in the industrial zone of Mamonal (Cartagena), with an estimated investment of USD 1.2 million. The plant is expected to produce approximately 1,574 kg of hydrogen per year, using electricity from a newly installed solar plant dedicated to powering the production process and auxiliary systems—allowing for net-zero GHG emissions.

Additionally, collaborative efforts between government, the private sector, and academia are underway to strengthen regulations, generate knowledge, and accelerate the implementation of innovative projects, positioning Colombia as a relevant player in the national hydrogen ecosystem.

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At the end of 2022, ICONTEC established Technical Committee 259 on Hydrogen, responsible for developing Colombian Technical Standards (NTC) for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of systems and equipment for hydrogen production, storage, and transportation. This also includes equipment for use in transportation systems (such as vehicles, ships, etc.).

Thanks to the significant work carried out, 36 NTCs have been developed and published by 2025, including standards related to hydrogen production, transportation, refueling stations, and vehicle use.

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Officials from the Ministerio de Minas y Energía and the national government have participated in discussion forums and conducted site visits to various hydrogen mobility implementation projects. These engagements have allowed them to gain first-hand insight into the processes of hydrogen production, storage, and dispensing, as well as the technological capabilities in place to ensure efficiency and safety at every stage of the hydrogen cycle—from generation to end-use in vehicles. These visits and conversations have also enabled the monitoring of company-operated hydrogen refueling stations to better understand the technical and regulatory challenges involved.

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Through Article 2.2.7.5.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015, the Ministry of Mines and Energy assigned the Comisión de Regulación de Energía y Gas (CREG), within its functional competencies, the task of evaluating and defining differentiated electricity tariff schemes for hydrogen projects. This includes analyzing and quantifying productivity improvements in the National Interconnected System (SIN), assessing factors and costs related to energy transmission and distribution, and considering economic, environmental, and social benefits—among others—to develop and implement such regulations. The overall objective is to promote the development of hydrogen projects in Colombia.

Additionally, Hidrógeno Colombia, XM, Power & Energy, and GIZ GmbH published a report titled “Análisis de Capacidad de Red Eléctrica para Incorporar Electrolizadores al SIN”. This report outlines the background, assumptions, methodology, analyses, and results related to the transmission grid analysis of the SIN, focusing on the integration of new electrolyzer loads for hydrogen production, with a planning horizon to 2035.

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El Ministerio de Minas y Energía junto a la CREG ha avanzado en plan de trabajo para abordar las perspectivas regulatorias relacionadas con la integración del hidrógeno en la matriz energética nacional. A través de la circular 138 de 2025 la CREG compartió documento "Perspectivas regulatorias para la integración del hidrógeno en la matriz energética" donde se expone la visión de la Comisión frente a la integración de este vector energético en la prestación de los servicios públicos domiciliarios de electricidad y gas combustible.

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With the support of the Embassy of the Netherlands in Colombia, and in partnership with the Ministry of Mines and Energy, the “Integrated Consultancy on Offshore Wind Infrastructure and Green Hydrogen in Colombian Ports” is currently underway. The main objective of this consultancy is to assess the capacity of Colombian ports on the Caribbean coast to participate in the development of offshore wind (OSW) parks and/or the export of green hydrogen (H₂) or its derivatives. To this end, strategies have been implemented to determine whether existing ports are suitable for these activities and to formulate recommendations on the necessary adaptations, based on technical, legal, and socio-environmental analyses. So far, the consultancy remains in progress, and preliminary results highlight the need to develop OSW and hydrogen projects jointly with the Colombian government to support decision-making and the formulation of infrastructure development strategies for ports.

Additionally, the Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy Directorate of the National Planning Department (DNP), together with the World Bank and other government entities, is conducting a pre-feasibility study on green hydrogen ports, as part of Colombia's efforts to decarbonize the maritime transport sector.

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With the support of the Inter-American Development Bank, the Ministry of Mines and Energy is leading the development of a comprehensive action plan titled “Hidrógeno Caribe.” This plan will include: (i) the identification of technical and economic conditions for the development of a hydrogen hub in the Colombian Caribbean; (ii) the assessment of socio-environmental conditions, with a particular focus on La Guajira; (iii) the design of optimized infrastructure for hydrogen production and export, taking into account the aforementioned variables; (iv) the formulation of an investment attraction strategy; and (v) the preparation of a detailed action plan, including stakeholder engagement and feedback for the final version.

In CONPES Document 4075 of March 22, 2022, it was established that, with the aim of ensuring the sustained deployment of hydrogen as an energy source for diversifying Colombia’s energy matrix and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Ministry of Mines and Energy would, starting in 2022, design and implement a regulatory sandbox for the energy sector to promote the development of pilot projects using this clean fuel.

In CONPES Document 4075 of March 22, 2022, it was established that, with the aim of ensuring the sustained deployment of hydrogen as an energy source for diversifying Colombia’s energy matrix and reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the Ministry of Mines and Energy would, starting in 2022, design and implement a regulatory sandbox for the energy sector to promote the development of pilot projects using this clean fuel.

Based on the existing regulatory framework, the Ministry included the Regulatory Sandbox Decree project for the mining and energy sector in the 2025 Regulatory Agenda of the Office of Regulatory and Business Affairs (OARE).

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Article 2.2.7.4.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015 formalized the creation of the Single Information System for the Development, Management, and Promotion of Hydrogen, known as Ecosistema H2 Colombia, abbreviated as ECOH2. The purpose of this platform is to promote the development, management, and promotion of the hydrogen market and/or its derivatives. Its structure includes a glossary, general information on hydrogen, and educational content that enables communities to become familiar with the technologies involved in hydrogen.

A key feature of the platform is a section titled “Ecosistema académico” (Academic Ecosystem), which compiles academic offerings from various educational institutions and associations aimed at providing technical training on the hydrogen value chain in Colombia, accessible to learners at all levels of education.

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Article 2.2.7.4.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015 formalized the creation of the Single Information System for the Development, Management, and Promotion of Hydrogen, named Ecosistema H2 Colombia, abbreviated as ECOH2. The purpose of this platform is to promote the development, management, and advancement of the hydrogen market and/or its derivatives. Its structure includes a glossary, general information on hydrogen, and educational content designed to bring communities closer to the technologies involved in hydrogen development.

A highlight of the platform is the section titled “Ecosistema académico” (Academic Ecosystem), which compiles academic offerings from various educational institutions and hydrogen associations aimed at providing technical training on the hydrogen value chain in Colombia, accessible to audiences across all educational levels.

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Article 2.2.7.4.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015 formalized the creation of the Single Information System for the Development, Management, and Promotion of Hydrogen, known as Ecosistema H2 Colombia (ECOH2). The purpose of this platform is to promote the development, management, and advancement of the hydrogen market and/or its derivatives. Its structure includes a glossary, general information about hydrogen, and educational content that facilitates community engagement with the technologies involved in hydrogen.

A key feature of the platform is the section titled “Ecosistema académico” (Academic Ecosystem), which compiles academic offerings from various educational institutions and associations to provide technical training on the hydrogen value chain in Colombia, aimed at audiences across all educational levels.

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As part of the Just Energy Transition Roadmap (TEJ), the documents Subnational Energy Potential and Decarbonization Opportunities and National Scenarios for the Just Energy Transition were developed. These documents include an assessment of industrial capabilities with a regional focus for the deployment of hydrogen and its derivatives, along with scenario projections to 2050.

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In Colombia, calls for proposals have been launched to finance science, technology, and innovation (STI) projects, with funding from the General Royalties System, the national budget, and institutions such as the Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation, the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH), or other sources including Ecopetrol.

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Various pilot projects have been developed in Colombia’s industrial and transportation sectors, enabling the scale-up of project development in the productive sector.

• Academia: The University of Antioquia and the University of La Guajira became the first higher education institutions in Colombia to produce green hydrogen. This milestone was achieved through a Power-to-Gas pilot project, based on a technological system that converts wind and solar energy into electricity and, through electrolysis, produces green hydrogen. The hydrogen then reacts with carbon dioxide in a methanation reactor to form methane.
• Transportation: Notable initiatives include a SITP public transport bus equipped with a fuel cell and PEM electrolyzer, manufactured by FANALCA; a mobility pilot by Ecopetrol and Toyota; and a pilot project in Medellín by Opex and Hyundai. Additional actions are underway to enable dual-fuel hydrogen vehicle conversions.
• Transportation: Notable initiatives include a SITP public transport bus equipped with a fuel cell and PEM electrolyzer, manufactured by FANALCA; a mobility pilot by Ecopetrol and Toyota; and a pilot project in Medellín by Opex and Hyundai. Additional actions are underway to enable dual-fuel hydrogen vehicle conversions.

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Article 2.2.7.4.1 of Decree 1073 of 2015 formalized the creation of the Single Information System for the Development, Management, and Promotion of Hydrogen, known as Ecosistema H2 Colombia (ECOH2). The purpose of this platform is to promote the development, management, and advancement of the hydrogen market and/or its derivatives. Its structure includes a project registry section and a geospatial viewer that enables the monitoring of hydrogen production and consumption projects across the country.

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