Author: Anela Dokso
Hamburg, a city steeped in industrial history, is poised to embark on a groundbreaking journey into the future of energy production. The disused Moorburg coal-fired power plant, which once symbolized the city’s reliance on fossil fuels, is set to be reborn as a hub for green hydrogen production. In a significant development, the project has found a new partner to replace two industrial giants who departed from the consortium.
Germany, known for its commitment to sustainability and innovation, is on the brink of unlocking a remarkable green energy source hidden in plain sight: sewage treatment plants.
The Salzgitter Group, a key player in the steel industry, has partnered with technology group ANDRITZ to make a significant leap towards virtually CO₂-free steel production. ANDRITZ will construct a 100 MW green hydrogen plant as part of the SALCOS® program, becoming one of Europe’s largest hydrogen facilities.
ABB has been selected to provide the power distribution system for two hydrogen-fueled container ships operated by the Samskip Group. These vessels, constructed by India’s Cochin Shipyard Ltd, signify a significant stride towards greener and more sustainable shipping practices.
To truly harness hydrogen’s potential and reduce its carbon footprint, there’s a growing demand for alternative, sustainable production methods.
In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive technology, the spotlight often shines on electric cars, but another promising contender is fast gaining ground – hydrogen vehicles, powered by fuel cells. BMW, a name synonymous with precision engineering and innovation, has firmly staked its claim in this exciting arena with the introduction of the BMW iX5 Hydrogen.
In the vast expanse of China’s Ningxia Hui autonomous region, an extraordinary transformation is underway. Rows of photovoltaic power panels, glistening in the sunlight, stretch as far as the eye can see across once-desertified land. What may seem like just another solar energy station is, in fact, a crucial part of the Ningdong Energy Chemical Industry Base’s grand vision.
Tsing Hydrogen (Beijing) Technology Co., Ltd. is emerging as a frontrunner in the global drive towards green hydrogen. Recently securing a significant seed round financing, the company is poised to accelerate its mission to provide innovative solutions and products for the industrialization of hydrogen energy.
Egypt’s vision of becoming a global player in the green hydrogen sector took significant strides forward as Chairman of the General Authority for the Suez Canal Economic Zone, Walid Gamal El Din, concluded a successful visit to the Netherlands. During his visit, he engaged in extensive discussions with major international companies in the maritime transport, port, and ship bunkering industries, both for traditional and green fuels.
The ambitious transition towards a sustainable and decarbonized hydrogen economy in Europe faces a roadblock due to ambiguous regulatory language in the European Union’s upcoming hydrogen and decarbonized gas markets package.
