Author: Anela Dokso

OQ Gas Networks (OQGN), a recently listed gas transportation company in the Sultanate, has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Belgian-based energy infrastructure group Fluxys. The collaboration seeks to explore and develop hydrogen and carbon dioxide (CO2) infrastructure projects in Oman, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s sustainable energy journey.

Toyota, a leading name in the automotive industry, is making a significant pivot. The Japanese automaker has decided to shift its focus in hydrogen fuel-cell technology development from passenger cars to commercial vehicles. The rationale behind this decision and its implications for the future of green transportation are worth exploring.

India’s Adani Group has set its sights on raising up to $4 billion, as reported by Bloomberg News. The grand goal? To propel the development of green hydrogen technologies, marking a significant stride in the global race toward clean energy alternatives.

Kenya stands at the forefront of a revolution that promises to redefine not only its energy landscape but also its economic prospects. At the heart of this transformation is the embrace of green hydrogen technology, an innovative approach to producing clean energy and mitigating the impact of climate change.

Fortescue Metals, led by Andrew Forrest, has manually produced its first “home-grown” hydrogen electrolysers at its Gladstone “gigafactory.” These 1MW PEM electrolysers, to be automated soon, mark a pivotal development for Fortescue’s participation in the Australian federal government’s $2 billion Hydrogen Head-start program.

NTPC’s National Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA) and Engineers India Ltd (EIL) have taken a significant step in India’s quest for sustainable energy and carbon reduction.

The 2.2GW Neom green hydrogen megaproject is set to supply green hydrogen to a pioneering e-fuels facility operated by Saudi Arabian state oil company Aramco. This groundbreaking initiative aims to produce 35 barrels a day of synthetic gasoline using green hydrogen and captured CO2.

H2X Global, the world’s leading hydrogen fuel cell vehicle manufacturer, has joined forces with KTM Technologies, a global automotive engineering firm, to introduce their revolutionary Hydrogen Professional Van prototype.

Scotland is on the brink of a hydrogen revolution, and the world is watching closely as the Scottish Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association gathers in Aberdeen this week. With significant support from the Scottish Government, including a £90 million Green Hydrogen fund, the hydrogen industry in Scotland is set to flourish, bringing with it not only cleaner energy but also substantial economic opportunities.

As the world grapples with the urgent need to combat climate change, Pennsylvania is at the forefront of the clean energy revolution, aiming to cut carbon pollution and embrace hydrogen as a key solution. The Biden administration’s pledge to invest $1.6 billion in hydrogen hubs partly located in the state has sparked both optimism and uncertainty. While clean hydrogen offers promise, the details of its production and impact remain shrouded in secrecy.