The head of leading Spanish solar power developer MASPV Energy has hailed China's expertise in green hydrogen technology, calling for stronger cooperation to accelerate Spain's ambition to become a European leader in sustainable development.
Marco de Bianchi, CEO of the Madrid-based company, was speaking as Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez prepares to wrap up a five-day official visit to China on Wednesday, with discussions around enhancing partnerships and investments in green energy having been high on the agenda during the visit. In an interview with the China Global Television Network (CGTN) in Madrid, de Bianchi highlighted the transformative potential of green hydrogen not only in reshaping the future of transport, but also in driving the green transition of traditional industries.
"Green hydrogen basically is hydrogen produced by the exclusive use of renewable energies. So, it's as simple as that. It has a lot of potential in the development of future mobility, but it's far more than that. It's a sort of vehicle to bring renewable energies into industrial processes. For example, hydrogen is used in the production of methanol, which is largely used for the production of plastics, paints. Hydrogen is used in the production of ammonia, which is a basic ingredient for the production of fertilizers. So it's like a sort of transversal raw material for other industrial processes," said de Bianchi.
The company has already forged strong partnerships with China and signed a deal worth around 1.4 billion U.S. dollars with the Shanghai Shaanyao Group to invest in green projects in the south of Spain.
De Bianchi noted that this collaboration is likely to bear fruits as both sides tap into each other's strengths to advance green development, and believes this cooperation will help position Spain in a leading regional position.
"China today is the leader worldwide in green hydrogen. Shanghai Shaanyao is our partner. They bring an expertise, a strong expertise in green hydrogen technology. We bring an expertise in the development of projects in Spain. We are in the due diligence phase at the moment for several projects for green hydrogen. Some of them are ready to build. Some others are just at an early stage of development. [A] good relationship with China can help really to make Spain, in the near future, one of the leaders in Europe in terms of hydrogen," said de Bianchi.
China is Spain's largest trading partner outside the European Union. According to data from China's General Administration of Customs, bilateral goods trade exceeded 55 billion U.S. dollars in 2025, growing 9.8 percent year on year.
Chinese investment in Spain's new energy sectors, from electric vehicles to wind power, is contributing to its industrial upgrading, while Spain brings valuable experience in renewable energy deployment. This two-way flow of investment and expertise demonstrates a partnership that delivers tangible industrial and technological gains for both sides.
Spanish solar developer hails China's expertise in green hydrogen, urges stronger cooperation
Spanish solar developer hails China's expertise in green hydrogen, urges stronger cooperation
