Author: Anela Dokso

Industry alliances are increasingly voicing the need for a consolidated European strategy on hydrogen energy, advocating for its inclusion in governmental frameworks. Thirteen prominent industry associations have jointly urged the leadership of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU) to prioritize a strategic hydrogen alliance across Europe. The initiative is recommended to be a pivotal element of the coalition agreement for any future German government. This call underscores the growing recognition of hydrogen as a critical vector in the transition toward sustainable energy systems. The push by these associations reflects a broader consensus on the potential of hydrogen, not just as a…

Plans to establish the nation’s largest hydrogen production facility in Kintore were met with resistance from local councilors. This ambitious 3GW project spearheaded by Statera Energy aims to capitalize on Scotland’s abundant wind resources by converting surplus energy into green hydrogen using electrolysis. The proposed site, strategically located near three critical infrastructures—the Kintore substation, the gas network, and the River Don—was intended to drive Scotland’s hydrogen economy forward, aligning with national and regional hydrogen targets. Yet, despite its potential to create 3,500 construction jobs and sustain over 300 jobs post-construction, the proposal faced 83 letters of objection from nearby residents,…

Germany has disbursed the initial payment from its hydrogen amortization account, advancing its ambitious plans to establish a hydrogen core network. With its approval for 9,040 kilometers of pipeline construction, this initiative positions Germany as a leading European force for hydrogen infrastructure development. The Federal Network Agency’s strategy to adjust network planning biennially marks a critical step in addressing fluctuating demand projections, thereby minimizing potential misinvestments. Federal Economic and Climate Protection Minister Robert Habeck underscored the significance of the infrastructure as a keystone in the nation’s journey toward a climate-neutral transformation. He emphasized that an efficient hydrogen transport network is…

UPS batteries are critical components in energy storage systems, ensuring reliable backup power during grid outages and maintaining the stability of power supply for mission-critical infrastructure.

Invenergy, a leading player in the renewable energy sector, has started commercial operations at its Sauk Valley Hydrogen project in Illinois, marking a significant advance in the realm of clean hydrogen production.

The Croatian government’s decision to allocate 15 million euro towards INA’s hydrogen project marks a significant step in Europe’s commitment to sustainable energy solutions.

EWE, a prominent European energy utility, recently awarded a crucial contract to NEUMAN & ESSER for a hydrogen storage project.

Saudi Aramco has finalized its acquisition of a 50% stake in Blue Hydrogen Industrial Gases Company (BHIG), cementing a joint venture with Air Products Qudra—an entity formed between U.S.-based Air Products and Saudi Qudra Energy. This move places Aramco at the center of Saudi Arabia’s blue hydrogen ambitions, leveraging its existing carbon capture and storage (CCS) infrastructure to establish itself as a leader in the emerging low-carbon hydrogen economy. The transaction, first announced in July 2024, underscores Aramco’s strategy of integrating blue hydrogen production into its broader energy transition plans. BHIG’s focus on producing hydrogen from natural gas with CCS…

In a recent shift of priorities, the ambitious $750 million green hydrogen facility plan at Port Pirie’s smelter has been officially shelved. The proposal, initially brought to light in 2021, aimed to inaugurate a significant era of green energy production but never moved past the feasibility stage. This development was verified by a spokesperson from the South Australian government, underscoring the lack of progression over several years. The scrapping of this project is part of a broader reconsideration of hydrogen strategies by the current Labor administration, contrasting with the frameworks set by the preceding Liberal government. It highlights the evolving…

In a revealing moment at the Airbus Summit in Toulouse, Airbus, the world’s largest airplane manufacturer, has highlighted the potential risks of swiftly adopting hydrogen technology for commercial aviation. A key focus of the summit was the A321 XLR aircraft, a pivotal part of Airbus’s strategy for next-generation aviation. Airbus’s hesitance centers on historical anxieties that mirror the Concorde’s flight path—a marvel of engineering but ultimately a commercial non-starter. The Concorde’s allure was eclipsed by its operational costs and infrastructural needs that the market was unprepared for. Airbus is scrutinizing the embryonic state of the hydrogen ecosystem, pointing out the…