Paving the Way to a Sustainable Future

Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) is proud to support the Queensland Government’s Hydrogen Awareness Campaign. This campaign highlights the importance of renewable hydrogen in our state’s energy future, with EDQ playing a pivotal role in driving this transformation.

Gladstone, a key region for renewable hydrogen projects, is setting the standard with its strategic location and robust industrial infrastructure. Among these, the Central Queensland Hydrogen Project (CQH2) stands out as one of the world’s top 10 largest hydrogen projects of its type. At its peak, CQ-H2 will support thousands of jobs in Central Queensland. Over its operational life, the project will support an annual average of over 1,000 additional direct and indirect jobs, and grow Central Queensland’s economy by $8.9 billion. CQ-H2 will additionally deliver around $14.5 billion in exports and $9 billion in foreign direct investment, positioning Queensland and Australia as leaders in the global energy transition.

CQ-H2 Project location, Gladstone, Queensland, Australia, courtesy of Stanwell Corporation

Aerial artist impression of the CQ-H2 project, courtesy of Stanwell Corporation

At EDQ, our work is integral to these developments, particularly in the strategic development of industrial land. We are committed to facilitating the development of industrial land for renewable energy projects, including those focused on hydrogen. This commitment positions Queensland as a leader in the global hydrogen economy, ensuring our state remains competitive on the world stage.

The economic benefits of renewable hydrogen extend across Queensland, with regions like Townsville, Mackay-Whitsundays, and Toowoomba seeing substantial growth opportunities. As we continue to support the production and export of renewable hydrogen, we’re also contributing to global efforts to reduce emissions and promote sustainable energy.

Explore how our projects are supporting the renewable energy (including hydrogen) economy, or take a deep dive with the Department of Energy and Climate to see why Queensland is the ideal place for producing renewable hydrogen.