Europe Should Learn From South Korea's Hydrogen Station Failure

CleanTechnica analysis warns Europe against building hydrogen refuelling ahead of demand, citing South Korea: 493 stations by August 2026 (74.7% of its 2030 target) but only 49,220 hydrogen vehicles registered, 16.4% of the 300,000 goal. Of 258 active stations, 208 (80.6%) rely on government support for operating losses, while an AFIR-compliant EU network could cost about €2.1 billion.

• South Korea has 493 hydrogen stations, 74.7% of its 2030 target
• Only 49,220 hydrogen vehicles registered, 16.4% of the 300,000 goal
• 208 of 258 active stations (80.6%) get subsidies for losses
• An AFIR-compliant EU network may need about €2.1 billion