Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market Analysis and Forecast 2019-2028

Market Introduction: Key Takeaways

The global hydrogen electrolyzer market is expected to reach a value of US$ 4.3 billion by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 8.2% during the forecast period 2023-2028. The market’s substantial growth can be attributed to factors such as increasing investments in hydrogen infrastructure, government support for renewable energy projects, and advancements in electrolysis technologies.

The global hydrogen electrolyzer market is experiencing significant growth and is expected to continue expanding in the coming years. Hydrogen electrolysis is a process that uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, with the hydrogen then used as a clean and efficient energy source. The growing demand for clean energy and the need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are key factors driving the market’s growth.

Market Drivers and Trend Analysis

• Growing Focus on Renewable Energy: The shift towards renewable energy sources, such as hydrogen, to meet climate goals is a major driver for the hydrogen electrolyzer market. Governments and industry players are investing in the development of renewable hydrogen production technologies.
• Decarbonization Initiatives: Governments worldwide are implementing decarbonization policies and incentives, driving the adoption of hydrogen electrolyzers. Electrolysis offers a clean and carbon-free method for hydrogen production, aligning with decarbonization goals.
• Technological Advancements: Ongoing research and development efforts are leading to technological advancements in hydrogen electrolysis, such as improved efficiency, reduced costs, and increased scalability. These advancements are expected to drive hydrogen electrolyzer market growth.

Key Segmental Analysis

Based on technology, the hydrogen electrolyzer market can be segmented into alkaline electrolysis, polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolysis, and solid oxide electrolysis. Among these, the PEM electrolysis segment is expected to dominate the market due to its higher efficiency, faster response time, and suitability for small-scale applications.

Global and Regional Market Analysis – Based on Market Intelligence 

North America: The North American region, led by the US, is expected to dominate the global hydrogen electrolyzer market. The region has strong government support for renewable energy projects and is witnessing significant investments in hydrogen infrastructure development.

Europe: Europe is another dominant market for hydrogen electrolyzers, driven by the European Union’s ambitious decarbonization goals. Countries like Germany, the Netherlands, and Denmark are at the forefront of hydrogen initiatives, promoting the hydrogen electrolyzers market’s growth.

Asia Pacific: The Asia Pacific region, particularly countries like Japan, South Korea, and China, is experiencing rapid growth in the hydrogen electrolyzer market. These countries are investing in hydrogen as a clean energy source and are implementing supportive policies and incentives.

Competition Overview: Market Structure and Leading Players

The global hydrogen electrolyzer market is highly competitive, with several leading market players operating in the industry.  Some of the prominent market players in the global hydrogen electrolyzer market include Nel ASA, ITM Power, Siemens Energy, McPhy Energy, Plug Power Inc., Ballard Power Systems, Hydrogenics Corporation, Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation, Air Liquide SA, Linde plc among others.

These companies are focused on product innovation, strategic partnerships, and expansion into new markets to gain a competitive edge. Additionally, the market is characterized by the presence of several small and medium-sized players offering specialized products and services.

Key Market Segmentation: Global Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market

Rationalstat has segmented the global hydrogen electrolyzer market on the basis of technology, end user, and region.

• By Technology
  • Solid-Oxide Hydrogen Electrolyzer
  • Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Hydrogen Electrolyzer
  • Alkaline Hydrogen Electrolyzer
• By Capacity
  • Low Capacity
  • Medium Capacity
  • High Capacity
• By End User
  • Ammonia Production
  • Refining Industry
  • Metal Industry
  • Energy and Power Generation
  • Food & Beverages
  • Glass Industry
  • Automotive and Trasnportation
  • Electronics and Semiconductor
  • Others (Pharma, Methanol, etc.)
• By Region
  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
  • Latin America
    • Brazil
    • Mexico
    • Chile
    • Peru
    • Argentina
    • Rest of Latin America
  • Western Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • France
    • Spain
    • Italy
    • Benelux
    • Nordic Countries
    • Rest of Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
    • Russia
    • Poland
    • Hungary
    • Czech Republic
    • Rest of Eastern Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • China
    • Japan
    • India
    • South Korea
    • Australia
    • ASEAN (Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, etc.)
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa
    • GCC
    • South Africa
    • Turkey
    • Egypt
    • Sub-saharan
    • Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Research Methodology

RationalStat has developed a state-of-the-art research methodology to crunch numbers and provide the best possible real-time insights to clients. We combine a varied range of industry experience, data analytics, and experts’ viewpoint to create a research methodology for market sizing and forecasting.

RationalStat combines a mix of secondary sources as well as primary research to assess the market size and develop a forecast. Key steps involved in accurately deriving the market numbers are:

• Defining the problem by understanding the type of market and data required by the client.
• Data gathering and collection through relevant paid databases, publicly available sources, company reports, annual reports, surveys, and interviews.
• Formulating a hypothesis to create market numbers, forecasts, influencing factors, and their relevance.
• Evaluating and analyzing the data by referring to data sources utilized and leveraged.
• Validating, interpreting, and finalizing the data by combining the details gathered from primary and secondary sources with the help of experienced analysts.

Primary Intelligence

• RationalStat utilizes surveys, questionnaires, focus groups, and one-to-one interviews with CXOs, industry partners, trade bodies, association members, ex-employees, and industry professionals to collect insights and quantitative/qualitative data specific to client needs. RationalStat quickly gets to the ‘why’ behind the ‘what’ demonstrated by secondary data.
• RationalStat takes a unique approach to arrive at market conclusions and actionable insights for clients.
• We have the technology and strong in-house resource pool with extensive experience in the global and regional markets, across a wide variety of categories and stakeholders.
• Strong language proficiency and capability with coverage across more than 70 language areas.

Secondary Sources

• Annual reports, company filings, investor presentations, product catalogs, and company documents
• Industry and market-related documents available in the public domain
• Paid databases including Bloomberg, Factiva, S&P Capital IQ, FactSet, Refinitiv Eikon, ICIS, EUWID, and Thomson Reuters, among others
• Whitepapers, research papers, and industry blogs

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