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On May 13, according to the official website of the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, a team led by Researcher Chen Ping from this institute, in collaboration with a team led by Researcher Cai Rui, has made new progress in the development and functional enhancement of new types of hydrogen anion batteries. The team developed the world’s first gas-solid hydrogen anion prototype battery using hydrogen and metals as electrodes. This battery can be charged with hydrogen and discharged as hydrogen, and through the mechanism of \"simultaneous storage of hydrogen and electricity\", it provides a prototype for efficient hydrogen storage under normal temperature and pressure conditions. “Hydrogen storage, as a key link that connects the various stages of the hydrogen energy industry chain, linking green hydrogen production with its end-use applications, has a technical maturity level that directly determines the costs associated with hydrogen storage and transportation, the scope of its applications, and the pace of its commercialization. ”Cao Zhe, Chief Investment Officer of Beijing Aiwen Zhilü Investment Management Co., Ltd., said in an interview with a reporter from the Securities Daily that the aforementioned scientific breakthroughs are expected to help bridge the gap in China’s technology related to the safe storage of hydrogen under normal temperature and pressure. Coupled with the continuous iteration of domestic research achievements, the expansion of corporate production capacity, and the growing number of application scenarios, the commercialization process of China’s hydrogen storage industry is likely to accelerate. A major breakthrough has been achieved in the field of chemical hydrogen storage. From a market perspective, the global hydrogen storage industry currently enjoys strong growth momentum. Against the backdrop of the global low-carbon energy transition, the commercial demand for hydrogen energy storage continues to expand. According to research by QYResearch, the global hydrogen storage market is projected to reach 9.481 billion yuan in 2025. It is expected to exceed 22.56 billion yuan by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.9%. Zhang Xiang, Secretary-General of the International Association for Intelligent Transportation Technology and guest professor at Huanghe University of Science and Technology, said in an interview with a reporter from Securities Daily that, in terms of technical approaches, hydrogen storage can be divided into two main categories: physical hydrogen storage and chemical hydrogen storage. Among them, physical hydrogen storage currently faces challenges such as insufficient energy density, stringent operational requirements, and high costs for safety management ； Chemical hydrogen storage, with its high hydrogen storage density, strong adaptability at room temperature, and excellent safety characteristics, has become a key focus of global scientific research. The research achievement of Researcher Chen Ping’s team represents a significant original breakthrough in the field of chemical hydrogen storage, as it enables hydrogen to be stored and released simultaneously during charging and discharging. Energy efficiency results show that the energy utilization efficiency of this \"hydrogen-electric combined storage\" system can reach 93.9%, which is one-third higher than that of traditional thermal hydrogen storage. Chen Ping stated that this original achievement eliminates the need for extreme conditions such as high pressure (700 standard atmospheres) or cryogenic temperatures (−253°C) required in traditional hydrogen storage methods, and is expected to give rise to new hydrogen storage technologies. Currently, China’s hydrogen storage industry is rapidly transitioning from laboratory-level technological innovation to engineering applications and large-scale implementation. According to the official website of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, on April 25 this year, China’s first hydrogen storage demonstration project using salt caverns with a capacity of one million cubic meters was put into operation in Pingdingshan City, Henan Province. Substantial progress has also been made in the storage and transportation of hydrogen energy. According to the official website of the Shanghai Maritime Bureau, on March 11 this year, a large-scale solid-state hydrogen storage unit that had completed the hydrogen filling process was successfully loaded onto a ship at the Waigaoqiao Port Area in Shanghai. This marks a new breakthrough in China’s independently developed solid-state hydrogen storage technology within the field of hydrogen energy storage and transportation. He Jiyong, general manager of Guangdong Cuncreat Technology Co., Ltd., said in an interview with a reporter from the Securities Daily that numerous advancements have been made in hydrogen storage technologies recently, and the implementation of these cutting-edge technologies is continuously driving increased demand in various sub-sectors such as hydrogen storage materials, key equipment, and storage and transportation systems. “Currently, the development of hydrogen refueling infrastructure in China continues to accelerate. The production capacity for electrolyzers and key components of fuel cells is steadily expanding. A mature intelligent manufacturing system provides a solid industrial foundation for the iteration of hydrogen storage technologies, pilot-scale production, and market promotion. This not only lowers the barriers to implementing new technologies but also further facilitates the commercialization of the entire hydrogen storage value chain. ”Zhan Junhao, founder of Fujian Huace Brand Positioning Consulting, told a reporter from the Securities Daily. At the policy level, precise support is also continuously provided to foster industrial development. In March this year, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Ministry of Finance, and the **National Development and Reform Commission jointly issued the “Notice on Carrying Out Pilot Projects for the Comprehensive Application of Hydrogen Energy”. It clearly states that it is necessary to scientifically, orderly, and proactively explore pathways for the commercial application of hydrogen energy, improve the policy environment for industrial development, and promote the integrated and coordinated development of the entire hydrogen energy industry chain—from production, storage, and transportation to utilization. At the local level, regions such as Jiangsu and Fujian have also introduced supporting policies, taking action in various aspects including industrial planning, technological research and development, equipment subsidies, and infrastructure development, to ensure the steady growth of the hydrogen storage industry chain. Zhang Xiaorong, director of the Deep Technology Research Institute, said in an interview with a reporter from the Securities Daily that as technology, industry, and policy continue to interact synergistically, the future development landscape of the hydrogen storage industry is becoming increasingly clear. In the future, the hydrogen storage industry will see a pattern where multiple technological pathways coexist and complement each other. Different technologies will be precisely matched to specific scenarios, and the industry as a whole will progress toward equipment integration and system unification. The pace of commercialization will continue to accelerate. Companies in the industrial chain continue to deepen their efforts in these areas. At the same time, listed companies involved in the hydrogen storage industry also leverage their technical expertise and production capabilities to further develop technologies related to solid-state hydrogen storage, liquid hydrogen storage and transportation, as well as high-pressure hydrogen storage tanks, thereby accelerating the transition of these technologies from experimental stages to practical applications in the market. On April 8, Sinopec Corporation stated on its investor interaction platform that the company is actively promoting the development of new energy businesses, accelerating progress in the electricity sector, developing integrated hydrogen energy services, and investing in wind and solar power projects, with the aim of becoming a comprehensive energy service provider offering oil, gas, hydrogen, and electricity solutions. By the end of 2025, a total of 141,000 charging terminals had been installed ； To date, a total of 11 hydrogen fuel cell hydrogen supply centers and 150 hydrogen refueling stations have been built. It is the single enterprise with the highest number of hydrogen refueling stations constructed and operated worldwide. In the future, the company will actively promote the integrated development of new energy and its traditional businesses, accelerate the large-scale development of wind and solar power, and continue to advance the development of green hydrogen, biomass, and other related businesses. It aims to establish a diversified green energy supply system. At a performance briefing held on May 7, HuanDian KeGong Co., Ltd. stated that its subsidiary, Henan HuanDian Jinyuan Pipeline Co., Ltd., intends to leverage its own capabilities and resources in manufacturing special equipment in order to transform into a key manufacturing hub for equipment related to the storage, transportation, and processing of hydrogen. This subsidiary plans to develop products such as carbon fiber-wrapped hydrogen storage cylinders, hydrogen storage tanks, spherical hydrogen storage tanks, liquid hydrogen storage tanks, hydrogen transmission pipelines, and hydrogen refueling stations. To date, it has already completed the certification process and started manufacturing hydrogen storage tanks and spherical hydrogen storage tanks. Additionally, in the field of hydrogen storage materials, China Northern Rare Earth (Group) High-Tech Co., Ltd. stated on an investor interaction platform in April this year that it has successfully developed several types of AB5- and AB2-type solid hydrogen storage materials, which are now being sold on a large scale. The company has also developed solid hydrogen storage cylinders for use in hydrogen-fueled two-wheelers, mopeds, tricycles, and similar applications. The company’s solid hydrogen storage materials are being sold in bulk in multiple countries. Guo Tao, deputy director of the China E-commerce Experts Service Center, said in an interview with a reporter from the Securities Daily that enterprises in the hydrogen storage industry chain should focus on the three main approaches of high-pressure gaseous hydrogen, liquid hydrogen, and solid hydrogen, address key weaknesses such as carbon fiber, liners, and insulating materials, and continuously improve the hydrogen storage density, service life, and system safety integration capabilities. At the same time, it focuses on high-confidence sectors such as heavy trucks, chemicals, and low-altitude applications, aiming to reduce costs and increase efficiency through domestic substitution and large-scale production.