**A second edition including 10 new countries was released in July 2023. This edition only includes Part I**

Have you ever wondered how the hydrogen economy will shape our future in the years 2030 and 2040? If so, you’re not alone. Energy writers from around the world have united their efforts to provide insightful perspectives on how hydrogen could revolutionize our lives.

Under the inspiring mantra of “Imagining the future is delivering it,” a diverse group of 28 individuals, ranging from hydrogen enthusiasts to energy realists, have come together to create the book ‘Touching Hydrogen Future: Tour around the Globe.’ With a foreword by former EU Commissioner for Energy, Andris Piebalgs, this remarkable publication consists of 27 chapters, each focusing on a specific country and offering a glimpse into the hydrogen-powered world over the next two decades.

Embarking on a Jules Verne-style odyssey, the book’s hydrogen tour takes us on a captivating journey across six continents. Experts from every corner of the globe share their insights, providing a comprehensive and visionary outlook on the future of hydrogen.

“Almost 150 years after Jules Verne first envisioned a world powered by hydrogen, we now have the ability to envision and map out the changes it will bring within our lifetimes. Through the eyes of today’s energy leaders, we paint a picture of a transformed world powered by hydrogen alongside other energy transition vectors, and we invite you to join us in building it,” explains Erik Rakhou, the initiator and co-editor of the book.

One of the key aims of this publication is to educate and inspire the next generation, encouraging them to embrace and actively contribute to the development of hydrogen technology. ‘Touching Hydrogen Future’ presents a series of short stories that delve into a hypothetical future where hydrogen is the norm.