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ABOUT ASOCIACIÓN HIDRÓGENO COLOMBIA Asociación Hidrógeno Colombia is a nonprofit organization that brings together key stakeholders from the public andprivate sectors to promote the development of the hydrogen economy in Colombia. Its mission is to support thedeployment of low-emission hydrogen technologies as a strategic pillar for decarbonization, energy security, andsustainable economic growth. The association facilitates dialogue, research, and collaboration across industries, academia,and government to position Colombia as a regional leader in clean hydrogen production and use. ABOUT ESMAP The Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) is a global knowledge and technical assistance programadministered by the World Bank and supported by more than 20 development partners. ESMAP helps low- andmiddle-income countries reduce poverty and promote inclusive growth through sustainable energy solutions. Its analyticaland advisory services are fully integrated into the World Bank’s country financing and energy sector policy dialogue. Through the World Bank Group (WBG), ESMAP supports the acceleration of energy transitions needed to achieveSustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG7): ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.ESMAP also contributes to shaping WBG strategies and operations to meet the targets set out in the WBG ClimateChange Action Plan.Learn more at: https://esmap.org © September 2025 | International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433Telephone: +1-202-473-1000Internet: www.worldbank.org This report was produced by the Hydrogen for Development (H4D) Partnership of ESMAP in collaboration with AsociaciónHidrógeno Colombia. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this work do not necessarily reflect the views of The WorldBank, its Board of Executive Directors, or the governments they represent. For Asociación Hidrógeno Colombia, this report is published under the responsibility of the institution, and the opinionsexpressed and arguments presented herein do not necessarily reflect the official views of its members or affiliatedorganizations. Neither the World Bank nor Asociación Hidrógeno Colombia guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or currency of thedata included in this work. Neither institution assumes responsibility for any errors, omissions, or discrepancies in theinformation, or liability with respect to the use of, or failure to use, the information, methods, processes, or conclusionscontained herein. The names of countries and territories used in this report follow the practice of the World Bank. The boundaries, colors,denominations, and other information shown on any map in this report do not imply any judgment on the part of the WorldBank concerning the legal status of any territory or the endorsement or acceptance of such boundaries. Production Credits Production Editor | Silvia Carolina Lopez rocha and Ignacio Berreta Sartini — World Bank / ESMAPDesigner | Jehison Aaron Hernandez Mujica — World Bank / ESMAPFront Cover Photo | Courtesy of ADB – Worker at the Kali Gandaki Hydroelectric Plant, Nepal via Flickr.comAll images remain the sole property of their respective sources and may not be used for any purpose without prior writtenpermission from the copyright holder. Key Insights fromSocial Licensing to Operate (SLO) inRenewable Energy Projects: Applying Lessons toClean Hydrogen Development Preface The global clean hydrogen market presents a major opportunityfor decarbonization and sustainable economic growth. Whilemany countries claim to have the right conditions—such as strongwind and solar PV potential—to produce low-cost clean hydrogen,success depends on more than just favorable natural resourcesand available land. One critical, yet often overlooked, factor issocial acceptance—earning the trust of local communities andensuring they benefit directly from the projects developed ontheir land.Photo Credit: Kali Gandaki Hydroelectric Project in Nepal-powerlines/ADB Through the Socioeconomic and Sustainability Workstream of theHydrogen for Development Partnership (H4D) led by the WorldBank, we developed this case study review to identify the keyelements required to secure social license to operate (SLO) andpromote equitable development and a Just Transition. Theseinsights are especially relevant for countries like Colombia, whereregions such as La Guajira offer abundant renewable resourcesbut face deep social and economic inequalities. Our goal with this study is to outline the core principles that alignhydrogenprojectcompetitivenesswithmeaningfulsocioeconomic development for host communities. Monica GascaFormer President Asociación Hidrogeno Colombiaand Co-Chair of H4D Work Stream 4 Foreword Photo Credit: Kipeto Energy PLC/Mwangi KirubiAs the world accelerates its transition to low-carbon economies,thedevelopmentofcleanhydrogenandindustrialdecarbonizati