Author: Anela Dokso

The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has set sail on an ambitious journey, exploring the viability of hydrogen as a fuel for the shipping industry. In its latest report, titled “Potential of Hydrogen as fuel for shipping,” EMSA delves into the intricate landscape of hydrogen adoption, shedding light on its properties, sustainability, availability, suitability, and the associated costs and developments for marine applications.

Toyota has unveiled its latest prototype, a hydrogen-powered vehicle based on the Toyota HiAce model. With the first round of tests scheduled by the end of the month, the Japanese automaker is pushing the boundaries of hydrogen combustion technology, demonstrating its commitment to eco-friendly transportation solutions.

Algeria has revealed three pivotal projects, with the highlight being the construction of new pipelines dedicated to exporting Algerian green hydrogen to Italy.

Chungbuk Province is set to become home to a cutting-edge carbon capture-type hydrogen production base in Gangnae-myeon, Cheongju-si, North Chungcheong Province, by the year 2025.

In a groundbreaking collaboration to address the pressing global challenge of climate change and propel the shift towards a cleaner, sustainable economy, more than 10 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean have initiated a regional certification system for clean, low-emission hydrogen and its derivatives. Named “CertHILAC,” this certification system marks a significant step towards fostering regional integration and establishing a benchmark for sustainable hydrogen production.

Elogen, CNRS, and Université Paris-Saclay laboratory enables industrial-scale green hydrogen synthesis According to a press statement from GTT, Elogen, a French leader in PEM electrolysis—a promising technique for producing green hydrogen—along with CNRS and Université Paris-Saclay have joined forces to establish a collaborative research facility. Université Paris-Saclay and CNRS have established a collaborative laboratory called Elogen with the goal of enhancing the present PEM electrolysis procedures and investigating the usage of various materials that are readily available in big quantities to expedite the generation of green hydrogen on a massive scale. With an emphasis on organic and inorganic chemistry as…

Viasea Shipping, a Norwegian shortsea liner, has unveiled ambitious plans to construct two hydrogen-powered containerships.

Hy2gen, a global powerhouse in renewable hydrogen, has joined forces with Deep Wind Offshore, an offshore wind power expert. The partnership leverages the strengths of both entities, combining Hy2gen’s expertise in renewable hydrogen production with Deep Wind Offshore’s prowess in offshore wind development.

In a bid to propel the production of carbon-free hydrogen, the French government has allocated a substantial envelope of 4 billion euros. However, the eligibility criteria for this financial support reveal a stark reality: the doors are open only to entities boasting a minimum annual turnover of 100 million euros and a track record of five projects each exceeding 30 million euros.

Lhyfe group, a key player in the energy transition sector, has inked a game-changing contract with HYmpulsion. This collaboration aims to pave the way for the creation of a hydrogen production site in Cheylas, Isère, to supply seven strategically located recharging stations in the Alpine arc.