Author: Anela Dokso

In the quest for a low-carbon economy, a team of visionary scientists at the NTI Competence Center, specializing in “Hydrogen as the basis of a low-carbon economy,” within the Federal Research Center, Institute of Catalysis SB RAS, have achieved a remarkable breakthrough. Their innovation involves a novel material for electrodes in hydrogen fuel cells, opening doors to a more efficient and environmentally friendly future.

Europe, despite its commitment to environmental sustainability, finds itself ensnared in the web of fossil fuels, with oil, gas, and coal comprising nearly 65% of its energy mix. This heavy reliance on fossil energies not only fuels climate change but also poses a significant geopolitical challenge, hindering Europe’s quest for energy independence. In this exploration, we delve into the current energy landscape, the challenges it poses, and the transformative role hydrogen is set to play.

Petrobras, the Brazilian state-owned oil company, has inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Vale, a global mining powerhouse. This partnership aims to explore joint ventures across various sectors, ranging from hydrogen to logistics and train fuel, signifying a significant shift towards renewable energy and decarbonization.

Taiwan’s 2050 net-zero carbon emission goal, National Central University and Xinding Nano Company have joined forces to drive innovation in the realm of hydrogen production from seawater.

NENS Power and e-power are embarking on a groundbreaking journey to harness green power generation for temporary energy supply.

Cepsa, the Spanish energy company, has unveiled plans to produce green hydrogen in Andalusia by 2026. The company’s ambitious project will be situated in its La Rábida energy park, located in Palos de la Frontera, Huelva, and will boast a substantial 400 megawatt green hydrogen production facility.

In Southern Africa, a group of financiers is leading the charge to raise over US$1 billion for the development of green hydrogen projects in South Africa and Namibia.

ABB’s UNIREC H2 water-cooled power rectifier is being used to optimize green hydrogen production at a pilot facility in the Texas desert. The rectifier was customized to meet the specific requirements of the facility, which is located in an extreme weather environment.

Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy solutions, celebrated the commercial launch of its groundbreaking hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle at its advanced manufacturing facility in Coolidge, Arizona, under the HYLA brand.

Australia, known for its ambitious renewable energy goals, is on the brink of a groundbreaking transformation in the world of hydrogen. Recent analysis by Rystad Energy reveals that the nation’s hydrogen infrastructure developers are considering a monumental shift—transporting hydrogen in the form of ammonia.