Author: Anela Dokso
In a pivotal development that could reshape the future of energy, nuclear power plants in the United States are exploring a groundbreaking marriage with hydrogen production. The concept involves utilizing low-cost nuclear electricity to generate hydrogen from water, a move that not only holds intellectual promise but could be a substantial player in the global energy transition.
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has unveiled the immense economic potential of hydrogen heating for the UK. The ‘Economic Value of Hydrogen for Domestic Heat in the UK’ report not only highlights the financial benefits but also the substantial job creation opportunities and the pivotal role hydrogen can play in the nation’s journey to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
BASF Catalysts emerges as a global leader, driven by a relentless commitment to shaping a cleaner, greener future. With expertise spanning a myriad of industries, from air quality management to electrified mobility and beyond, BASF Catalysts is at the forefront of innovation, delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect our environment and advance our quality of life.
Austria’s methane electrolysis plant harnesses clean energy Austria has marked a significant milestone in the realm of clean energy with the inauguration of what is touted as the country’s inaugural methane electrolysis plant, brought to life by the energy storage company RAG. Nestled in the industrial landscape of Krift near Kremsmünster, this pioneering facility ushers in a new era of sustainable energy generation, where natural gas is transformed into hydrogen and high-purity solid carbon, all powered by solar energy and, importantly, without any harmful CO2 emissions. Unifei opens green hydrogen facility The Federal University of Itajubá (Unifei), in collaboration with…
TritenIAG, a sustainable project development and management company, is making headlines by throwing its weight behind World Energy GH2’s groundbreaking venture – Project Nujio’qonik. This initiative represents Canada’s first foray into large-scale commercial green hydrogen and ammonia production, all powered by onshore wind projects. With significant development milestones under its belt, Project Nujio’qonik is poised to lead the world in wind-to-green-hydrogen and ammonia projects.
APEX Group, a prominent player in the development and operation of ‘green’ hydrogen electrolysis plants, is set to reshape the energy landscape in Osnabrück.
Hydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe, has long been touted as a promising renewable energy source for the vehicles of the future. Dr. XiaoYu Wu, a mechanical and mechatronics engineering professor at the University of Waterloo, firmly believes in hydrogen’s potential, but he also recognizes the significant challenges associated with its storage and transportation.
National railway KTZ and Wabtec have signed a framework agreement for the production of hydrogen locomotives and the creation of an engineering centre at the LKZ loco factory in Astana, Kazakhstan.
West Africa is poised to emerge as a formidable player in the global green hydrogen market, with a visionary policy adopted by the region’s heads of state. This policy not only aims to elevate West Africa as a competitive green hydrogen producer but also envisions significant socioeconomic growth for local communities. By 2023, the region aspires to produce 0.5 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually, with a monumental target of 10 million tonnes per year by 2050.
The French energy ministry has allocated €700 million ($737 million) for a support mechanism for hydrogen production in 2024. The funding allocation is part of a €10 billion package for ecological planning announced late Sept. 27, including €1.5 billion for nuclear in 2024.
