Author: Anela Dokso

Colombia is making headlines with its announcement of a US$45 billion investment into the development of a green hydrogen infrastructure, aiming for tangible progress by 2030. This ambitious commitment arrives as part of the country’s national hydrogen roadmap, reflecting an increasing acknowledgment in Latin America of hydrogen’s potential role in sustainable energy transition. At the core of Colombia’s strategy is the installation of 1 to 3 gigawatts of electrolyzer capacity within the next five years. This endeavor could drive investments between US$2.5 billion and US$5.5 billion while creating an estimated 7,000 to 15,000 new jobs. However, such targets evoke crucial…

In a move that signals Japan’s escalating ambition to decarbonize maritime transport, Nikkiso Co., Ltd. has secured an order from Kawasaki Heavy Industries to supply a pump unit for the world’s first low-speed, two-stroke hydrogen-dual fueled engine ship. Set for delivery in 2026, this unit forms a crucial part of the Marine Hydrogen Fuel Supply System (MHFS), with operational trials expected in 2028. While the milestone appears significant, its true impact hinges on overcoming key technical and economic obstacles that continue to hinder hydrogen’s role in large-scale marine propulsion. The project is backed by Japan’s Green Innovation Fund (GI Fund),…

The global energy sector stands on the brink of transformation as renewable technologies gradually supplant traditional energy sources. A key highlight in this shift is the recent award of a supply contract to JinkoSolar, a prominent photovoltaic technology provider, by ACME Group for Oman’s 487.5MW green hydrogen project. This venture underscores the evolving dynamics of the photovoltaic hydrogen sector and aligns with the broader trend toward decarbonization. Oman, with its high solar irradiation levels—boasting an average of 2,300 sunshine hours annually—presents a strategic location for harnessing solar energy efficiently. In desert landscapes, where temperatures can soar above 50°C, JinkoSolar’s N-type…

The maritime sector’s search for scalable, zero-emission propulsion systems took a step forward with Yanmar Power Technology’s (Yanmar PT) hydrogen fuel cell system receiving Approval in Principle (AiP) from classification society DNV.

Carmen Font, CEO of Font Corporation and a seasoned strategist in energy investments and market expansion has been appointed to the Energy News Advisory Board.

Dr. Danica Maljković, Chair of the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, Hydrogen Europe Board of Directors member, and Chief Technology Officer at DOK-ING Indeloop, has joined the Energy News Advisory Board, bringing two decades of expertise in hydrogen technology, renewable energy systems, and energy policy.

BBVA is extending a ‘project finance’ loan to Basque Hydrogen for its hydrogen plant initiative.

Samsung C&T is asserting its position in the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) market with a new Technical Advisory (TA) agreement in Estonia.

HydePoint AS and Nel Hydrogen have taken a decisive step toward revolutionizing hydrogen production, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to advance projects in offshore and nearshore environments.

In the latest signal that hydrogen infrastructure still has critical reliability gaps to address, emergency services were deployed to the Wunsiedel Energy Park in Bavaria after a hydrogen leak was detected on-site. The incident, triggered by a technical failure in an automatic safety valve, led to a temporary evacuation but no injuries. While the hydrogen was safely vented and operations resumed within hours, the episode has reignited questions about the operational maturity of hydrogen facilities in Europe and beyond. Systemic Risk in Early-Stage Infrastructure The Wunsiedel leak is not an isolated case but part of a growing pattern of technical…