Author: Anela Dokso

The issuance of a 500 million euro green bond by Air Liquide signals a transformative shift in the energy finance sector, underlining investor confidence in sustainable technologies. This issuance forms part of Air Liquide’s ADVANCE strategic plan, emphasizing the group’s dual aim of financial robustness and environmental responsibility. With the allocated funds intended for pivotal energy transition projects, particularly focusing on low-carbon hydrogen, this move is a nuanced step toward addressing critical climate challenges. This is Air Liquide’s third green bond issuance, demonstrating consistent engagement in environmentally focused financing, following previous successes in 2021 and 2024 where funds were fully…

Japan’s Iwatani Corporation recently announced its withdrawal from a key green hydrogen project in Australia, reverberating through the global clean energy sector. Japan, heavily invested in hydrogen as a cornerstone of its zero-emissions strategy, sees Iwatani’s withdrawal as a critical juncture. With Australia possessing vast renewable resources, the two nations have pursued a symbiotic relationship in energy partnerships. Australia’s vast natural resources have positioned it as a promising player in the hydrogen economy, with projects often projected to significantly reduce global CO2 emissions. Industry insights suggest that the potential for Australia’s green hydrogen production aligns with Japan’s decarbonization methods. Yet,…

Climate Impact Corporation (CIC), a leading developer of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Topsoe, a global leader in energy transition technologies.

Europe’s transport sector is set to save 20 million tonnes of CO2 this year, thanks to the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), according to a new analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E). However, these gains are being offset by a surge in aviation emissions, highlighting the uneven progress in decarbonizing the continent’s transport systems. While the shift to EVs marks a significant step forward, the reliance on fossil fuels in aviation and shipping underscores the challenges ahead in achieving Europe’s climate goals. Transport emissions in Europe fell to 1.05 billion tonnes of CO2 in 2024, down from 1.1 billion…

Sumitomo Electric has secured a contract with National Grid UK, offering a significant boost to the UK’s renewable energy infrastructure.

India’s Strategic Shift to 13,200 MWh Insights on India’s revised battery storage targets reveal a threefold increase, from 4,000 MWh to 13,200 MWh under the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme.

Nio is aligning with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) to adopt the Choco-Swap Electric Battery (SEB) as the standard for its battery swap stations.

According to Toyota, global hydrogen production is anticipated to surge as much as twelvefold by 2050, a figure that emphasizes the urgency for technological advancements in hydrogen fuel cells. This is a market with potential, but also notable challenges. Current limitations in infrastructure and production costs hamper large-scale adoption, necessitating critical innovations. To address these issues, Toyota’s approach includes a robust emphasis on increasing the efficiency of hydrogen fuel cell stacks and reducing the cost of hydrogen production through advanced electrolysis technologies. Experts at the seminar honed in on Toyota’s commitment to collaborative efforts with different sectors, aiming to enhance…

Techint Group, led by industrialist Paolo Rocca, introduces a $25 million investment for hydrogen production facilitated by methane pyrolysis. The end goal: to pioneer “turquoise hydrogen,” a variant deemed more sustainable compared to its contemporaries. As global hydrogen production teeters at approximately 100 million tons annually, primarily sourced from emission-heavy “grey hydrogen,” this initiative embodies a paradigm shift toward greener alternatives. Tulum Energy, a start-up under Techint’s aegis, seeks to establish the viability of turquoise hydrogen, leveraging TechEnergy Ventures and Tenova’s innovative engineering prowess. Set against the backdrop of Vaca Muerta’s abundant methane, the project assumes significance for both the…

In 2026, a new regulatory landscape awaits the Netherlands as it aligns with the EU Renewable Energy Directive III (RED III) by mandating that significant industrial hydrogen consumers incorporate renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs) into their operations. This legislation imposes a specific renewable integration percentage on industrial consumers exceeding a set annual hydrogen consumption threshold. Although the objective is clear, execution presents numerous hurdles, particularly stemming from infrastructural limitations, with the Dutch hydrogen grid’s full operation only expected by 2032—seven years post-legislation effect. Central to these regulations is the renewable hydrogen booking registry. Here, hydrogen produced from renewable electricity…