China's hydrogen production capacity tops 51 million tonnes, renewable capacity doubles

(ECNS) -- China’s annual hydrogen production capacity exceeded 51 million metric tons by the end of 2025, up about 1.4% from a year earlier, while actual output rose 7.3% to more than 39 million metric tons, according to a report released Tuesday by the National Energy Administration.

Annual production capacity for renewable hydrogen already in operation surpassed 250,000 metric tons, more than double the level recorded in 2024. The report said hydrogen applications were continuing to expand across the industrial, transport and energy sectors.

China had about 32,000 fuel-cell vehicles on the road by the end of 2025, with larger-scale deployment being explored along freight corridors and at ports. 

Globally, 66 countries and regions had released hydrogen development strategies by the end of 2025, together accounting for more than 90% of global GDP.

(By Helen Mo, intern Yang Hongran)