Author: Anela Dokso

Andalusia’s hydrogen valley initiative, a bold move in Spain’s green energy landscape, recently received a hefty 304 million euros from the European Union’s Next Generation funds. This significant capital injection reflects the EU’s commitment to achieving long-term sustainability ambitions. The region, known for its attempts to spearhead hydrogen innovation, is poised to become a linchpin in Europe’s energy transition strategy. According to Spain’s Ministry of Ecological Transition, such initiatives align with broader European goals to bolster renewable energy sources. By 2030, Europe aims to significantly cut down carbon emissions, necessitating the introduction of green hydrogen as a viable alternative. Hydrogen,…

The world is witnessing a significant surge in electricity demand, driven by industrial expansion, rising air conditioning usage, electrification, and the proliferation of data centers. Global electricity consumption rose by 4.3% in 2024 and is expected to maintain a near 4% growth rate through 2027. This equates to a substantial increase in global electricity use, adding more than the equivalent of Japan’s entire consumption to the grid each year. Emerging and developing economies, with China at the forefront, are the primary contributors to this upswing. Factors Influencing Electricity Demand Multiple factors account for the burgeoning electricity demand. The acceleration is…

In recent geological studies, the Semail Ophiolite emerges as an intriguing subject due to its surface exposure to oceanic lithosphere rocks. Extensive research has been conducted in the southern areas, particularly within the Sultanate of Oman, revealing active serpentinization processes and the consequent natural hydrogen production. However, exploration in the northern part of this region, specifically within the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates, has been relatively limited. This underexplored area presents significant potential for natural hydrogen resources, as highlighted by recent research efforts focusing on comprehensive surface gas measurements. The study conducted in this region…

Transport accounts for a significant 29% of Europe’s greenhouse gas emissions, so the spotlight on aviation’s contribution to climate issues has never been sharper. A key development has occurred within this context—Airbus’s much-touted hydrogen aircraft program has hit a major roadblock. Amidst earlier projections of launching hydrogen planes within a decade, Airbus’s recent announcement of delays starkly contrasts previous enthusiasms and presents a significant turning point for the industry. This situation is underscored by the €15 billion financial commitment that remains unprecedented despite market hesitance in developing a supporting hydrogen infrastructure. Hydrogen Challenges Airbus’s program envisioned positioning hydrogen as a…

With the European Union taking significant strides through initiatives like the Next Generation EU recovery plan, the hydrogen sector is set to play a key role in the continental energy transformation.

In a notable advancement within sustainable motorsport, HyDriven—a team of 30 students from the University of Twente and Saxion University of Applied Sciences—has engineered a hydrogen-powered race car that has achieved remarkable acceleration records.

Natural hydrogen, often referred to as “gold hydrogen,” is emerging as a potentially transformative energy source.

In a noteworthy development within the United Kingdom’s renewable energy landscape, the approval of a battery energy storage site in Great Wyrley unveils significant shifts in the strategic deployment of energy solutions.

The enthalpic reaction limits of Li-ion battery chemistries highlight a critical intersection of battery system design and failure management within various operational frameworks.

Swedish small modular reactor (SMR) developer Kärnfull Next has secured permanent land rights for its planned nuclear power project in Valdemarsvik, Östergötland county.