Author: Anela Dokso

hydrogen

In a signal of shifting global energy alliances, Saudi Arabia and India have cemented a deeper cooperation framework that spans traditional hydrocarbons and emerging clean technologies. The bilateral accord, reached during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Riyadh, sets the stage for a more complex, multipolar energy world—one in which energy security, climate strategy, and industrial development are being reconfigured simultaneously. Hydrocarbons Remain Strategic, But No Longer Singular While two proposed oil refineries stand out as headline outcomes, their significance lies less in their capacity and more in their geopolitical utility. With India poised to become the world’s…

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hydrogen

A groundbreaking analysis has unearthed that both liquid hydrogen (LH2) and 100% synthetic paraffinic kerosene (SPK), recognized as sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), offer feasible alternatives to traditional Jet-A fuel, particularly for long-haul aviation when they are produced through pathways enabling net-zero well-to-wake (WTWa) emissions.

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Michael Liebreich hydrogen

Michael Liebreich drops Hydrogen Ladder 5.0 into peer-reviewed literature—science now officially confirms what Michael’s been yelling at the climate crowd for years. The transition to hydrogen as a key player in the global quest for energy decarbonization is rife with both promise and complexity. As this pursuit unfolds, various aspects such as production, transport, storage, costs, and sustainability become pivotal in determining hydrogen’s future energy role. Statistical Hook and Core Tensions Hydrogen is currently responsible for only about 3% of global final energy consumption, despite a demand close to 100 million tonnes. This demand has historically surged fivefold since 1975.…

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Repsol Hydrogen

Spain’s push to become a hydrogen powerhouse took another step forward this week, as Repsol secured €315 million in public funding for its electrolyzer projects in Bilbao and Cartagena. The final approval by the Spanish Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE) under the IPCEI Hy2Use framework confirms the state’s growing commitment to green hydrogen, despite unresolved questions about the commercial viability and energy returns of such large-scale investments. The approval grants €155 million for the Cartagena facility and €160 million for Bilbao, where Repsol plans to install 100 MW electrolyzers in each location. These are among the largest proposed…

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green hydrogen

Morocco has thrust itself into the international spotlight by approving green hydrogen projects totaling $32.5 billion (319 billion dirhams), an ambitious move set to redefine the country’s energy landscape. This strategic initiative, led by a coalition of global corporations, positions Morocco at the forefront of meeting future energy demands while contributing to global sustainability efforts. Central to these projects is the production of green hydrogen through electrolysis powered by renewable energy, a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels. Among the approved ventures, the Moroccan government has selected industry-leading groups, including the United States’ Ortus, Spain’s Acciona, and Germany’s Nordex, to facilitate…

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