Author: Anela Dokso

Canada’s hydrogen market is currently facing significant headwinds, with exports projected to fall precipitously to $62 million in 2024, according to recent data from IndexBox, Inc. This represents a stark contrast to previous projections that envisaged growth within this nascent market. The hydrogen industry, which has been heralded as a cornerstone for both Canada’s green energy transition and its economic diversification, is now under intense scrutiny due to these unexpected developments. One of the primary challenges identified is the global oversupply of hydrogen, which has been exacerbated by aggressive production increases in countries like China and Australia. Both nations have…

In the field of public transportation, electric bus transit emerges as a pivotal element in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and diminishing fossil fuel dependence—a pressing necessity given the mounting urgency of climate change. Electric buses, particularly battery electric buses (BEBs) and hydrogen fuel cell buses (HFCBs), promise to reshape urban transit systems, provided the right configuration strategies are employed. A newly developed study scrutinizes the optimal configurations of these systems, evaluating both economic and environmental impacts. By developing comprehensive system configuration models, the study identifies optimal strategies for component sizing in charging and refueling stations, alongside fleet and energy management…

Iveco has delivered two hydrogen fuel cell trucks to the H2Haul project. According to data from the Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking, the use of hydrogen in transportation could eliminate up to 560 million tons of CO2 emissions annually by 2050. This statistic underscores the sense of urgency driving companies like Iveco to innovate within the fuel cell technology space. The recent delivery to the H2Haul project is part of a collaborative initiative involving multiple countries and industries, aimed at developing and testing zero-emission vehicles across Europe. The trucks delivered to the H2Haul project are equipped with hydrogen fuel…

Bavaria is accelerating its transition from traditional diesel locomotives to battery-powered trains instead of hydrogen, aiming for a complete electrification of its rail network by 2040. Currently, approximately 50% of Bavaria’s railway network is electrified, a figure that reflects both progress and remaining challenges. The state, unsatisfied with the federal government’s pace, has committed over 80 million euros for planning further electrification, particularly targeting diesel-run lines for conversion to battery trains. Bavarian Minister of Transport Christian Bernreiter criticized the federal government’s sluggish electrification efforts, arguing that rapid action is needed. In cooperation with local governments, Bavaria is planning to lead…

Evonik Industries intends to establish a pilot plant in Germany dedicated to advancing green hydrogen technologies.

A recent patent filed by Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG introduces innovative methods for operating an electrolysis system designed to produce hydrogen and oxygen. This patent not only addresses efficiency but also introduces techniques to improve the purity of the product gases. Method for Electrolysis System Operation The core of this patent focuses on methods to enhance an electrolysis system, which comprises an electrolyzer generating hydrogen and oxygen gas. The product gases are formed in a phase mixture, which contains both water and a respective product gas with some content of foreign gas. This process aims to optimize…

The European Union-backed BeBoP project is shifting gears towards enhancing hydrogen fuel cell systems for heavy-duty transport sectors.

The patent introduces a novel method that transforms carbon-containing inputs into hydrogen products. This involves the conversion of such inputs into a synthesis gas that predominantly consists of hydrogen and carbon dioxide. A unique aspect of this invention is the fractionating process, which uses a device known as a pressure swing adsorber (PSA) to separate the synthesis gas into distinct fractions. Ultimately, this method enhances the separation of both hydrogen and carbon dioxide, enabling the production of pure hydrogen while allowing carbon dioxide to be either marketed as a product or safely disposed of. Conversion Process At the heart of…

The ever-evolving field of hydrogen-based technology has taken another leap forward with a new patent filed by Robert Bosch GmbH. This patent introduces an innovative gas injector designed specifically for hydrogen internal combustion engines and fuel cells. The technology focuses on efficiently injecting gaseous hydrogen, which is crucial for optimizing the performance of hydrogen-powered systems. Key Components of the Gas Injector The patented gas injector consists of several critical components that work together to ensure hydrogen gas’s precise and efficient delivery. The main elements include an inlet for introducing gaseous hydrogen, a closure element, an actuator for operating the closure…

Australia’s clean energy ambitions have been significantly advanced by Endua’s launch of its pioneering electrolyser technology and hydrogen power bank system at Archerfield Airport, enabling onsite hydrogen production and reliable energy storage to redefine accessibility for local businesses while addressing long-standing logistical challenges.