META Circularity Participates in NACHIP Consortium Meeting in Novalja (Pag)

META Circularity took part in the NACHIP consortium meeting held on 19 September 2025 in Novalja, on the Island of Pag, Croatia. Organised within the framework of the North Adriatic Clean Hydrogen Investment Platform (NACHIP), the gathering brought together partners from Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy’s Friuli Venezia Giulia region to review progress, exchange insights on SME support mechanisms, and coordinate upcoming pilot activities across hydrogen production, mobility, and urban applications.

A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of the Innovative Green Hydrogen Production from Wave Energy in Žigljen Port, led by Leonitus. Valued at €5.4 million, this pioneering initiative is the first in Europe to produce green hydrogen by converting marine wave energy into compressed air and hydrogen. Beyond energy generation, the multifunctional system protects port infrastructure, supports shellfish farming, integrates solar energy, and operates on circular economy principles using 100% recyclable materials.

The project aims to reduce fossil fuel dependence in coastal tourism and maritime transport while strengthening the local economy and positioning Novalja as a replicable model for Mediterranean regions. Learn more about the pilot here:
🔗 https://www.nachip.eu/leonitus-launches-europes-first-wave-to-hydrogen-project-in-novalja/

META Circularity contributes to NACHIP by shaping strategic communication, supporting stakeholder engagement, and helping ensure that emerging hydrogen solutions are recognised and adopted across the North Adriatic Hydrogen Ecosystem.

📎 Full event summary:
https://www.nachip.eu/nachip-consortium-meets-in-novalja-pag/