Author: Arnes Biogradlija

Japan achieves a milestone by successfully testing the first zero-emissions hydrogen fuel-cell ship. A consortium of Japanese firms has successfully conducted a demonstration of the first-ever zero-emissions ship above 20 gross tons. This historic event marks a significant step toward a greener future for maritime transportation. The ship, named HANARIA, sailed 30 kilometers between the Port of Kokura and the Shirashima Offshore Wind Farm, powered entirely by hydrogen fuel cells. This achievement showcases the potential of hydrogen as a sustainable energy source for the shipping industry. Reducing Carbon Emissions Japan, an island nation, relies heavily on maritime transport, contributing significantly…

The Portuguese Agency for Investment and Foreign Trade (AICEP) has granted national interest status to DH2 Energy’s green hydrogen production project. The VVR Green project’s Potential National Interest (PIN) status supports investments deemed of “special interest for Portugal due to their economic factors and positive impact.” DH2’s production plant will be located in Vila Velha de Ródão, Castelo Branco. Its initial capacity is 35MW of electrolysis and 49MWp of solar photovoltaic. In its second phase, the facility could be expanded to 75MW of hydrogen production. Up to 1,650 tonnes per year of hydrogen will be produced in VVR Green’s initial…

The European Commission has announced a public consultation on the future of the European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen (ENNOH). The initiative seeks to gather input and feedback from various stakeholders, including industry experts, policymakers, and the general public, to shape the future framework of ENNOH. This consultation is part of a broader effort to advance the European hydrogen strategy, which aims to promote hydrogen as a key element in achieving climate neutrality by 2050. Background on ENNOH ENNOH is a proposed collaborative network to streamline and optimize European hydrogen infrastructure. It aims to integrate national and regional hydrogen…

The UK holds vast potential for hydrogen storage, with the British Geological Survey estimating a capacity of up to 3,000 TWh—well beyond the 60-100 TWh needed by 2050, according to the Royal Society. With its strategic location and expertise in offshore wind, oil, and gas, the UK is well-positioned to become a leader in the hydrogen industry. However, this opportunity may slip away without decisive government action to develop the necessary hydrogen storage and infrastructure. Government support is critical as the push toward clean energy by 2030 intensifies. As the reliance on renewable energy like wind and solar increases, so…

Hycamite TCD Technologies has launched Europe’s largest methane-splitting plant in Kokkola, Finland. The new Customer Sample Facility (CSF) will eventually produce 2,000 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen and 6,000 tonnes of high-quality carbon annually. When liquefied natural gas (LNG) is used, the facility can cut up to 18,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. With biomethane, hydrogen production even becomes carbon-negative. According to CEO Laura Rahikka, the CSF demonstrates the commercial viability of Hycamite’s methane-splitting technology, with plans to expand to other global locations. This process breaks down methane into hydrogen and carbon without emitting greenhouse gases, requiring just 13% of the…

Taebaek City, historically known as a coal mining hub, is set to embark on a groundbreaking green energy project. Along with eight other companies, Taebaek City and PLAGEN signed an investment agreement to develop a green methanol production facility, marking a major shift in the city’s industrial identity. The project will see a 10,000 tons/year green methanol production plant construction. The facility, funded by the Regional Revitalization Investment Fund, will break ground in early 2025, with production expected by late 2027. Partners in the project include Korea East-West Power, Hyundai Corporation, Ssangyong E&C, and others, bringing together expertise in raw…

The Senate plenary approved the bill setting rules for the Low-Emission Hydrogen Development Program (PHBC). It will now be sent to President Lula for sanction. The legislation stipulates that the PHBC will grant tax credits for commercializing low-carbon hydrogen and its derivatives produced in the national territory. Introduced by Congressman José Guimarães (PT-CE), the government’s leader in the House, the bill received a favorable report from the Senate’s rapporteur Otto Alencar (PSD-BA). The total tax credit between 2028 and 2032 will amount to R$18.3 billion, with annual limits of R$1.7 billion (2028), R$2.9 billion (2029), R$4.2 billion (2030), R$4.5 billion…

Western Green Energy Hub Pty Ltd (WGEH) and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO), Korea’s largest energy utility, have taken a significant step forward in their collaboration to advance green hydrogen production in Western Australia. Building on a Memorandum of Understanding signed in July 2023, the two entities have formalized their partnership with a new Collaboration Agreement aimed at developing Stage 1 of the WGEH project. Detailed Feasibility Study for Green Hydrogen The Collaboration Agreement outlines a clear plan for conducting a full feasibility study focused on engineering, cost modeling, and identifying potential sources of project support from both Korean and…

Green hydrogen has become a significant buzzword in the African country since European and Asian countries began searching for climate-friendly industrial solutions. The now-deceased Namibian President Hage Geingob heavily promoted the establishment of a hydrogen economy in his country. Europe and Asia’s Support to Namibia Now, primarily European and Asian countries are accelerating their efforts. The EU announced the signing of several programs to promote the transition to clean energy and the new industry in Namibia, a country of three million people in southern Africa. Recently, however, there has been a lot of criticism of the plans. Many Namibians, unclear…

In Emden, Lower Saxony, EWE AG plans to build one of Europe’s largest hydrogen production plants by 2027. The consultancy firm Drees & Sommer SE, which specializes in infrastructure, construction, and real estate, has been entrusted with managing this extensive project. The hydrogen production setup in Emden is part of four sub-projects under the EWE’s Clean Hydrogen Coastline initiative. The planned 320-megawatt electrolysis plant aims to produce up to 26,000 tons of green hydrogen annually for various industrial uses, primarily for the steel industry. The green hydrogen produced in Emden will predominantly utilize wind energy. Project Management and Hydrogen Expertise…