The Košice Self-governing Region serves as the main coordinator of the EASTGATEH2V project, leading the creation of Slovakia’s first fully integrated hydrogen ecosystem. As a key regional authority, KSK connects innovation, climate ambitions, and long-term territorial development.
KSK’s Key Role in EASTGATEH2V
KSK oversees the entire implementation process—from strategic vision and planning to partner coordination and delivery of project outcomes.
As project coordinator, KSK:
- coordinates 20 partners from 7 countries,
- manages all work packages, including planning, communication, and reporting,
- ensures alignment with EU and regional climate policies,
- leads the development of a comprehensive regional hydrogen ecosystem, covering production, distribution, infrastructure, and real-life use cases.
Hydrogen Leadership in the Region
Košice Region is recognized as a pioneer in hydrogen development in Slovakia:
- developed the first regional hydrogen strategy in the country, ahead of the national strategy,
- collaborates closely with the Technical University of Košice (TUKE) and private sector partners,
- co-funded the development of fuel cells, hydrogen buses, and a hydrogen tourist boat,
- purchased H2 bikes and actively promotes hydrogen as a safe and clean energy source.
Hydrogen buses, boats, drones, and other applications will soon operate within one integrated regional system—making Košice Region a demonstration model for hydrogen mobility and innovation.
Vision for the Future
KSK aims to introduce carbon-neutral mobility, strengthen regional energy resilience, and become an exemplary hydrogen transformation hub for Central and Eastern Europe.
As the project coordinator, KSK embodies public leadership, strong regional commitment, and forward-looking innovation.
Learn more about the coordinator: https://www.kosickazupa.sk
Contact Person: Katarína Sasaráková
E-mail: katarina.sasarakova@vucke.sk