Low-Carbon Hydrogen Certification under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme

Definition

The Low-Carbon scope of the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme is the certification framework for low-carbon hydrogen and derivatives, designed to evidence compliance with EU rules on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions savings and associated certification requirements.

It builds on the EU framework for low-carbon fuels set out in the Hydrogen and Gas Decarbonisation Package, and in particular adopts the methodology for calculating GHG emissions savings from low-carbon fuels specified in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/2359 (in force since December 2025).

In practice, Low-Carbon hydrogen certification under the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme provides a robust, auditable way to demonstrate “low-carbon” claims across the value chain. It supports international market transactions, procurement requirements, and regulatory reporting where applicable.

The Low-Carbon scope of the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme is built on the following core principles:

  • Lifecycle GHG accounting using the EU-approved methodology for low-carbon fuels, covering supply of inputs, processing, transport/distribution, and end use
  • GHG emissions savings assessment against an EU fossil-fuel comparator, as required by the applicable EU methodology
  • Traceability and chain of custody, supporting credible low-carbon claims across the entire value chain
  • Independent verification and robust controls to ensure consistent, high-integrity certification outcomes

Current Availability

The Low-Carbon scope of the CertifHy EU Voluntary Scheme is not yet available to the public, as it is currently undergoing recognition by the European Commission.

We will update this page as soon as the scheme receives official recognition. In the meantime, Economic Operators can join the CertifHy Stakeholder Platform for early updates or explore Precertification services to prepare their projects.

 

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