Melbourne, Australia: The Australian Hydrogen Council (AHC) has today welcomed the launch of Australia’s Guarantee of Origin (GO) scheme for hydrogen, with registrations now open to industry through the Clean Energy Regulator.
Industry can now register for two types of certificates:
- Product Guarantee of Origin (PGO) certificates – record the emissions intensity and key attributes of clean products such as green hydrogen.
- Renewable Electricity Guarantee of Origin (REGO) certificates – verify when, where and how renewable electricity was generated.
AHC led the industry response to the consultation process that informed and developed the voluntary GO framework over a five-year period, ensuring it is robust and meets the expectations of both industry and Australia’s trading partners.
Starting with the certification of hydrogen produced through electrolysis, the GO Scheme will expand to cover other low-emissions products including green metals, low carbon liquid fuels and biomethane in the future.
CEO of the Australian Hydrogen Council Dr Fiona Simon said:
“AHC is thrilled to see the Clean Energy Regulator open registrations for Australia’s hydrogen certification scheme today, signalling to industry, investors and international partners that we’re open for business with a robust methodology to certify low carbon products.
“Importantly, this certification scheme is aligned with global standards and has been informed by significant consultation that AHC has been proud to lead as part of our ongoing advocacy to build hydrogen capability in Australia to support sustainable fuel production and industrial decarbonisation.
“With the GO Scheme in hand, we can move forward with confidence as we focus on supporting the Australian Government’s Future Made in Australia agenda including the second round of Hydrogen Headstart, FMA Innovation Fund, Net Zero Fund and other programs. While also working with stakeholders to coordinate delivery of common user industrial infrastructure to support hydrogen projects.”
The Australian Hydrogen Council will discuss hydrogen policy and initiatives like the new Guarantee of Origin Scheme at the Asia Pacific Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition in Sydney on the 20-21 November 2025. Please contact us to arrange a free media pass to the event. For more information, click here.
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About Australian Hydrogen Council
The Australian Hydrogen Council is the peak representative body for the Australian hydrogen industry, with members from across the hydrogen value chain. We represent the emerging hydrogen industry and connect it with its stakeholders to collectively create a clean and resilient energy future that has hydrogen as a key part of the energy mix. Read more at www.h2council.com.au.