Author: Anela Dokso

In order to produce net-zero glass, VRX Silica Limited has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Xodus to explore the supply of renewable hydrogen to the company’s silica sand projects as well as potential, nearby glass-manufacturing facilities in the future. VRX is exploring the possibility of developing glass-manufacturing facilities at Arrowsmith and Muchea, both of which have silica sand of high quality and volume, as well as close proximity to energy infrastructure, in consultation with the Western Australian Government and significant international industry players. The production of glass necessitates large amounts of energy. Net-zero glass production may be…

An agreement signed by Ceres and Horiba MIRA will expand the UK’s supply of new fuel cell and hydrogen technology to international markets. Green hydrogen can be produced using Ceres’ fuel cells and electrolysis technology. In addition to Bosch, Weichai, Doosan, and Miura, it already provides fuel cell technologies to a wide range of global partners. With this agreement, Horiba MIRA will get a new 240m2 test facility, as well as additional agreements for the development of next-generation testing infrastructure to support Ceres’ core technology and system development. As part of their collaboration with Ceres, the Horiba group will also…

Electric and hydrogen truck pioneer Tevva, has appointed Ian Harnett as the Chairman. Ian succeeds David Roberts, who will remain on the board as a non-executive director. He has been appointed to Tevva’s Remuneration and Audit Committees. Tevva’s non-executive directorship was established on 5 August 2021 to support the company’s strategy of expanding its fleet and market presence. To Tevva, he brings more than 38 years of automotive experience, having been promoted to Director of Purchasing at Jaguar Land Rover in 2009. When Ian was promoted to Executive Director of Human Resources and Global Purchasing in April of this year,…

The Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) has agreed to invest in the Clean H2 Infra Fund of France as an equity partner. The Fund aims to raise EUR1,500 million, with JBIC contributing up to EUR100 million. The Fund is managed by Hy24, which is a 50/50 joint venture between FiveT Hydrogen, a clean hydrogen investment manager, and Ardian, a world-leading private investment house, through its infrastructure activity. From upstream projects like green hydrogen production to downstream projects like captive fleets and refueling stations, the Fund will invest in clean hydrogen-related projects all over the world. JBIC is a member…

Energroup, a company based in the United Arab Emirates, and Israel Electric Corporation (IEC) have signed a preliminary agreement to develop blue and green hydrogen generation in Israel. As part of the agreement, the two organizations agree to work together on green and blue hydrogen project sourcing, development, implementation, and operation, among other things. Israel and the United Arab Emirates normalized their relations in 2020, which has resulted in increased economic cooperation between the two countries.There were no financial specifics provided.

The Ministry of Energy and Mines (MINEM) and the Peruvian Association of Hydrogen H2 Peru signed an institutional cooperation agreement with the goal of promoting the development of green hydrogen technologies, uses, and production in the country as a new clean fuel alternative for the future. This agreement calls for collaboration in the development of joint activities with the goal of developing and implementing a national green hydrogen strategy, for which the association will share the advances it has made, such as bills, foundations for the strategy’s development, and a roadmap proposal, among other things. It is also hoped that…

The Hyoffwind project in Belgium, which connects offshore wind power with a hydrogen production facility, is expected to reach a FID this year. Virya Energy (Parkwind’s parent company) and Fluxys expect to receive the permit by mid-2022 and make a final investment decision by mid-2022. The consortium says the final investment decision is also dependent on whether the Flemish government grants recovery plan subsidies. By participating in the European call for IPCEIs, the Flemish Ministry of Economy and Innovation will contribute EUR 23 million to the Flemish recovery plan. The Flemish government will then give Hyoffwind a EUR 8 million…

Thessalonica HydroShip, a Floating Green Hydrogen Production Vessel, is a joint venture between RINA and 5M Renewables under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Owners, charterers, and other stakeholders will benefit from a carbon credit offset program that is part of this partnership, which will aid in the decarbonization of the marine and energy sectors. The vessel design and the topside production, which includes the green hydrogen production and distribution systems, will be the focus of the collaboration. The Thessalonica HydroShip uses wind or tidal stream turbines to generate green hydrogen from renewable energy. To produce cost-competitive green hydrogen, it does…

Ricardo has received funding from the Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) for two rail-related transportation innovation projects. Ricardo will compare battery and hydrogen trains, as well as look into possible energy efficiency measures around train stations, with the help of partners. Together with Scottish Power, Network Rail, and the University of Leeds, Ricardo was able to secure funding. The team will compare battery and hydrogen trains for future introduction on rural Scottish railway lines as part of the Holistic Hydrogen Approach to Heavy Duty Transport (H2H) study. The findings will be used to create a feasibility study and, possibly, a demonstration…

The Scoping Study for the planned HyEnergy green hydrogen development in Western Australia has been completed by Province Resources and Total Eren. Upon completion of the Scoping Study, the project can now move into the next phase of development. A high capacity factor and efficient use of the electrolyser were found to be possible due to the favorable wind and solar resource conditions in the Gascoyne region, according to the Scoping Study. The Scoping Study identified the need for solar arrays, wind turbines, transmission lines, electrical infrastructure, road construction, electrolysers, batteries, hydrogen storage facilities, and administration buildings. After signing a…