可再生能源项目社会许可运营（SLO）的关键见解：将经验教训应用于清洁氢开发

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, and 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 analytical 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 Climate © September 2025 | International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433 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. 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 the 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 World 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 written Key Insights fromSocial Licensing to Operate (SLO) in 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 resources 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. These Our goal with this study is to outline the core principles that alignhydrogenprojectcompetitivenesswithmeaningful 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,thedevelopmentofcleanhydrogenandindustrialdecarbonization projects in emerging markets and developingcountries (EMDCs) must be grounded not only in technologicalfeasibility and financial viability but also in deep social legitimacy.In this context, the concept of a Social License to Operate (SLO) Sustainable economic growth that creates quality jobs for localcommunities poses a priority for World Bank client countries. Inthis context social acceptance is key. This document, prepared bythe H4D Partnership, in collaboration with Hydrogen Colombia,offersa comprehensive analysis of the enabling conditions,challenges, and best practices for securing and maintaining aSocial License to Operate (SLO) for clean hydrogen projects. Itprovides practical insights for project developers, governments,financial institutions, and civil society partners on how to design Wehope the insights offered in this publication will informongoing policy dialogues, operational strategies, and financingmechanismsthatnotonlyenableclimate-smart Chandrasekar GovindarajaluPractice Manager ESMAP, World Bank Acknowledgments Photo Credit: Kipeto Energy PLC/Mwangi KirubiThis report was developed by the Energy Sector ManagementAssistance Program (ESMAP) of the World Bank’s Energy andExtractives (EEX) Global Practice, in collaboration with AsociaciónHidrógenoColombia,and with the valued support of thePhoto Credit: Kipeto Energy PLC/Mwangi Kirubi The report was led by Dolf Gielen (Senior Energy Economist,ESMAP). The principal authors are Silvia Carolina Lopez Rocha,Ignacio Berreta Sartini, and Joh