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Experts at CERAWeek say the hydrogen industry is evolving toward more practical, cost-effective applications rather than broad adoption. Blue hydrogen with carbon capture is seen as a viable option, but high costs and limited demand-side support remain challenges. Industry leaders stress the need for policy incentives and infrastructure investment to scale hydrogen and carbon capture technologies.
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