Author: Arnes Biogradlija

A recently filed patent by Bar-Ilan University, dated August 15, 2024, introduces an innovative electrochemical cell apparatus designed to enhance hydrogen production efficiency.

In a surprising turn of events, two significant green hydrogen projects in Australia and New Zealand have been temporarily shelved due to poor economic feasibility and problematic power supplies.

German gas company VNG Gasspeicher GmbH, a subsidiary of VNG AG, has received EUR 61.1 million (USD 66.8 million) to convert a natural gas storage cavern into a hydrogen facility.

Solaris has recently clinched deals worth 30 million euros to supply hydrogen buses across Europe.

Brazilian energy company CPFL Energia has launched a green hydrogen pilot project in Rio Grande do Norte. CPFL Energia and Mizu Cimentos are collectively investing US$7.9 million into this project, signifying a significant financial commitment to environmental sustainability. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis powered by renewable energy sources, poses a cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels, potentially revolutionizing the energy sector. The choice of green hydrogen highlights its vital role in decarbonizing industries that are typically challenging to electrify, such as cement manufacturing. This initiative aligns with global trends of reducing carbon emissions and adopting cleaner energy solutions. The announcement…

Austin, Texas, is witnessing fervent discussions regarding a proposed hydrogen-capable power plant. This project, intended to align with the city’s ambitious carbon-neutral goals, has sparked both support and opposition.

As Malaysia aims to be a global leader in hydrogen economy by 2050, the role of Sarawak’s hydroelectric projects is crucial.

Stadler has introduced the RS ZERO, a significant upgrade to the Regio-Shuttle RS1, emphasizing sustainable rail travel with hydrogen and battery-powered options.

Hexagon Purus Maritime, a division of Hexagon Purus, has received a substantial purchase order valued at approximately EUR 2.5 million (about NOK 29 million) from Freire Shipyard, located in Vigo, Spain.

In a significant step toward sustainability, PuriFire Energy, based in Cambridge, has secured £2.7 million in seed funding to advance its green hydrogen and methanol production technologies. The funding round was headed by HICO Investment Group, with contributions from Bulnes Capital, R&R Investments, and Abhishek Desai. This comes on the heels of increased investments in hydrogen tech startups. PuriFire plans to utilize this investment along with an additional £525,000 grant from Innovate UK. The combined capital will facilitate a pilot project by mid-2025 to convert anaerobic digestion liquid digestate and other wet feedstocks into green methanol using the company’s proprietary…