ANALYSIS OF SUPPORT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF INNOVATION IN HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY SECTOR ENTERPRISES IN THE REGIONS BASED ON EMPIRICAL RESEARCH - DECISION PROJECT

Purpose: Energy and hydrogen technologies are considered to be technologies of the future, forward-looking and highly innovative, and therefore fit perfectly into the concept of smart specialisations implemented in the regions. The article analyses the current decisions regarding measures taken in regions for innovation development, with a particular focus on the importance of building innovation potential (RIS3 strategies). Need for the study: The market for hydrogen technologies is increasingly supported by regions interested in innovation, and these technologies are or are now becoming priorities for EU energy policy. Therefore, it seems interesting to identify and evaluate decisions regarding their public support in innovation policy at the regional level. Methodology: The study used logistic regression, which is a statistical method of analysis used to model the probability of a binary event. The purpose of using this type of regression was to identify and assess the significance of the determinants of the performance of the companies studied. Findings: The approach to supporting the development of innovation in hydrogen technology companies has recently undergone a transformation. The results of the analyses help to identify challenges in the perspective of future pro-innovation decisions, updating approaches, and improvements in influencing the technological potential of companies. Practical implications: The conclusions developed allow new decisions to be taken or existing ones to be revised toward public support, which in turn should foster modern solutions to stimulate innovation in regional economies.