Webinar
5 December 2025
Japan is accelerating its adoption of low-emission hydrogen, supported by strong policy commitments, major demonstration projects, and deep international collaboration. As part of this momentum, understanding credible, scalable hydrogen pathways is essential for both Japan’s energy transition and Australia’s export future.
This member-exclusive webinar presents the findings of LETA’s commissioned study, Powering Japan’s Hydrogen Future – Australia’s Coal Advantage with CCS, prepared by the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI).
The study examines how Australian black coal can be used to produce low-carbon hydrogen in Japan through the integration of carbon capture, transport, and permanent offshore storage.
The study was initiated by LETA to:
Strengthen the long-term market for Australian coal by developing credible low-emission pathways that support the needs of key export customers, including Japan.
Provide industry with independent, technical evidence on the role of Australian black coal paired with CCS in Japan’s hydrogen and clean-energy transition.
Demonstrate credible low-emission options for coal-using industries in Japan, building policy, industry, and financial confidence in continued trade.
Identify commercial, technical, and regulatory enablers for bilateral clean-energy supply chains between Australia and Japan.
Drawing directly from the study’s authors and contributors, the webinar provides detailed insights into:
Techno-Economic Analysis underpinning hydrogen production pathways
CO₂ transport and storage requirements and feasibility
Life-cycle emissions performance
Market and policy drivers shaping Japan’s hydrogen demand
Practical opportunities for Australian industry to participate in this emerging market
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