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GH2 Country Portal – Lithuania

Green Hydrogen Vision

Lithuania’s vision for green hydrogen is focused on transforming its energy landscape to become more sustainable, independent, and resilient to climate change. By harnessing the country’s abundant renewable energy resources, primarily from wind and solar, Lithuania seeks to develop green hydrogen as a cornerstone of its future energy system. The goal is to decarbonize key sectors such as industry, transportation, and energy, reducing dependence on fossil fuels while advancing the country's climate commitments. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis using renewable electricity, offers a solution for sectors that are difficult to electrify, such as heavy transport and high-temperature industrial processes. Lithuania envisions the creation of integrated hydrogen ecosystems, known as hydrogen valleys, which will combine production, storage, and usage within regions to boost local economies and drive technological innovation.  

The country plans to utilize green hydrogen not only for domestic needs but also as a potential export commodity, tapping into the growing European demand for sustainable fuels. Through strategic investments, infrastructure development, and international collaborations, Lithuania aims to establish itself as a leader in the hydrogen economy by integrating hydrogen into its energy mix, thus enhancing energy security, fostering economic growth, and contributing to the global fight against climate change. The broader vision is to create a circular hydrogen economy that supports sustainable industrial growth, clean mobility, and greater energy independence, positioning Lithuania at the forefront of Europe’s green energy transition. 

National Strategy

Lithuania's 2021 hydrogen strategy aims to foster the development of a sustainable hydrogen sector by 2030, with plans extending toward 2050. Central to the strategy is the promotion of green hydrogen, produced from renewable energy sources, as a critical enabler for decarbonization. By 2030, Lithuania aims to establish 1.3 GW of electrolysis capacity to make at least 129,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, addressing industrial, transport, and energy needs while supporting its export ambitions. The government plans pilot and demonstration projects for industrial transformation, transportation, and energy storage to build a foundation for broader hydrogen adoption by mid-century. The strategy emphasizes leveraging Lithuania's renewable energy potential, developing a comprehensive hydrogen infrastructure, and integrating hydrogen into various sectors, including public transport and heavy industries. 

The impact of hydrogen adoption spans multiple sectors. Lithuania envisions hydrogen as a viable alternative fuel in transportation, with plans to integrate green hydrogen into public transport systems in five cities and establish at least five hydrogen refuelling stations by 2030. Industry-specific applications include substituting green hydrogen in fertilizer and chemical production and piloting its use in non-electrified railways and maritime sectors. The energy sector will employ hydrogen for grid flexibility, seasonal storage, and renewable energy surplus utilization. In 2050, Lithuania's green hydrogen demand could exceed 24.2 TWh annually, supporting the broader European energy transition. The strategy also explores creating hydrogen valleys, leveraging Lithuania's geographic position and renewable energy resources for local use and export. 

Financing will be pivotal, focusing on public-private partnerships and European Union support mechanisms such as Horizon Europe and REPowerEU. Investments target the development of hydrogen production, storage, and transportation infrastructure, emphasising fostering innovation and skills development in the hydrogen value chain. The strategy includes regulatory, technical, and educational measures to ensure the safe and effective deployment of hydrogen technologies. These efforts aim to position Lithuania as a key player in the Baltic hydrogen economy while contributing to climate neutrality and energy independence goals. 

Capacity Targets

Electrolyser Capacity: 

  • By 2030: At least 1.3 GW of installed electrolyser capacity. 

Green Hydrogen Production: 

  • By 2030: Annual production target of 129,000 tonnes of green hydrogen. 

Applications: 

  • Public Transport: Green hydrogen usage in at least 5 cities by 2030, including 30 hydrogen-powered buses. 
  • Rail: At least one hydrogen-powered locomotive in use as a pilot by 2030. 
  • Refuelling Infrastructure: Establish at least 5 hydrogen refuelling stations, with one dedicated to the maritime sector. 

Impact Targets

Decarbonisation Goals: 

  • Support EU climate neutrality goals through green hydrogen adoption. 
  • Replace 15% of ammonia used in fertilizers with green hydrogen by 2030. 

Sectoral Transformation: 

  • Transition to green hydrogen in fertilizer production and heavy industry. 
  • Long-term goal of complete fossil fuel independence and net-zero emissions by 2050. 

Transport Emissions Reduction: 

  • Development of hydrogen-powered solutions for road transport, rail, and maritime sectors. 

Energy Independence: 

  • Reduce reliance on fossil fuel imports by expanding renewable energy-based hydrogen production. 

Policy and Project Spotlight

  1. MT Group, an EPC contractor focused on key European energy infrastructure initiatives, has entered a contract with the Klaipeda State Seaport Authorityto construct a green hydrogen production and refuelling station at the Port of Klaipeda in Lithuania. According to MT, this station will mark the first of its kind in the Baltic States. As part of the agreement, MT Group is responsible for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of the technological equipment required for the hydrogen station. 
  2. The European Commission has approved more than €700 million in hydrogen investments from Italy, Finland, and Lithuania. This decision is part of a more extensive series of endorsements for energy projects across different countries, which includes initiatives for natural gas procurement and port development. 

Financing

Planned Investments (By 2030): 

  • Large-scale projects for green hydrogen infrastructure and production supported by EU funds and private investments. 
  • Development of hydrogen valleys to integrate industrial, transport, and energy applications. 

International Collaboration: 

  • Partnership with EU and regional states to establish hydrogen production, transport, and storage networks. 
  • Potential export of green hydrogen and its derivatives to European markets. 
  1. MT group has committed to a total projected investment of €10.5 million in hydrogen plant construction. 
  2. Lithuania has received €122 million in state aid from the EC to support fertiliser producer AB Achema in transforming its production process, shifting from fossil-based hydrogen to renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. 

Government Green Hydrogen Lead

Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Lithuania 

Ministry of Economy and Innovation of the Republic of Lithuania 

Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Republic of Lithuania 

Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Lithuania 

Ministry of the Environment of the Republic of Lithuania 

Ministry of Education, Science and Sports of the Republic of Lithuania