Author: Arnes Biogradlija

India has announced an ambitious plan to establish 15,000 megawatts (MW) of green hydrogen electrolyzers by 2026 in a significant push towards renewable energy. This move is part of a broader strategy to reduce the nation’s carbon footprint and accelerate its shift to sustainable energy sources. The government has committed ₹45,000 crore (approximately USD 6 billion) to boost this green hydrogen initiative. This funding will support the manufacturing of electrolyzers and the development of supporting infrastructure. Electrolysers are essential for splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using electrical energy from renewable sources such as solar or wind power. Strategic Shift…

NoviqTech has signed an agreement with Clean Energy Technologies to specialize in turquoise hydrogen tracking. This deal is set to revolutionize how hydrogen, particularly turquoise hydrogen, is produced and monitored. A New Era in Clean Energy Turquoise hydrogen is produced through methane pyrolysis, which generates solid carbon and hydrogen without releasing carbon dioxide. This technology offers an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional hydrogen production methods, often emitting significant greenhouse gases. Strategic Collaboration The partnership will leverage NoviqTech’s advanced tracking systems with Clean Energy Technologies’ cutting-edge production capabilities. The aim is to enhance transparency and efficiency in hydrogen production, ensure adherence…

Provaris Energy Ltd. has presented a concept design study confirming the cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency of its compressed hydrogen technology and supply chain. The study, published by managing director and CEO Martin Carolan, emphasizes the low energy and capital costs associated with its method of transporting hydrogen in gaseous form for regional marine transport. The concept study evaluated a 540-megawatt capacity export site capable of producing 10 tonnes of hydrogen per hour and assessed the transportation over a 1,000-nautical mile distance within Europe using the H2Neo carrier. The results underscored the superior energy efficiency of transporting compressed hydrogen compared to…

HevenDrones Ltd. has recently filed a patent for an advanced autonomous airborne vehicle powered by hydrogen fuel cells. This novel invention introduces significant enhancements to drone technologies, promising applications that could efficiently transform multiple industries. The new drone concept revolves around several unique features that set it apart from prevailing drone technologies. The vehicle boasts a central body portion with a flying wing shape, which is aesthetically appealing and improves aerodynamics and energy efficiency. It is equipped with first and second wings extending laterally from the central body. On the underside of these wings are longitudinal booms housing hover propellers,…

The Tokyo Institute of Technology has recently secured a patent for a groundbreaking method for enhancing hydrogen storage and transportation. This patent addresses the pivotal need for efficient and safe hydrogen management, a barrier to the wider adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy source. The patented technology revolves around a boron, hydrogen, and oxygen structure characterized by B—H—B, B—H, and B—OH bonds. The innovation leverages these bonds in a unique configuration, ensured by specific transmittance values in Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR). The formulas specifying these transmittance values are: 1. \( 0.80 \leq \frac{a}{c} \leq 0.96 \)2. \( 0.95 \leq…

The Polish Ministry of Infrastructure has recently issued a tender titled “Construction of a Bus Depot and Accompanying Infrastructure, Including a Hydrogen Refueling Station.” Published on September 2, 2024, this tender invites construction companies to submit their proposals by October 1, 2024. The initiative marks a significant step toward advancing hydrogen infrastructure in Poland, demonstrating the country’s commitment to sustainable public transportation solutions. The primary objectives of the tender are twofold: to build a modern bus depot and establish a hydrogen refueling station capable of supporting the infrastructure needs of hydrogen-powered public transport. This project is set to enhance Poland’s…

Hydrogen has enormous potential as a carbon-free energy source. Countries such as Australia, Namibia, and Patagonia are among the areas where plans are underway to build more than 1,600 plants to produce hydrogen using electricity from the sun or wind. Despite this enthusiasm, almost no one is buying green hydrogen. Lack of Purchase Most green hydrogen projects do not have purchase contracts. Even when contracts exist, they are non-binding and can be terminated. Only 12% of hydrogen installations have customers with actual purchase agreements. Problems with Funding Developers and bankers do not dare to invest without sure buyers. Hydrogen production…

A recent study published in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy introduces a novel optimization framework to enhance the capacity planning of hydrogen-based residential energy hubs. The research by Alireza Ghasemloo, Aref Kazemi, and Moein Moeini-Aghtaie proposes a comprehensive model highlighting the potential of hydrogen within renewable energy hub systems. The hydrogen industry continuously evolves, with increasing attention to decentralized energy solutions. Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) have been pivotal in modernizing energy networks, promoting more efficient thermodynamic processes, and reducing transmission losses. The study’s relevance is underscored by its focus on integrating hydrogen technologies within these systems, addressing the growing…

A recent study published in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy by Xin Yang, Wen Wang, Zhao Wang, and Fanhua Ma investigates the optimization of pre-cooling processes in high-pressure hydrogen refueling stations (HRS). The study, in the journal’s October 2024 issue, presents a novel simulation model to enhance the efficiency and safety of hydrogen refueling operations. With hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) being a promising solution to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, developing effective and safe hydrogen refueling stations is crucial. The study is particularly relevant as it addresses the thermal management challenges in refueling stations that employ 70 MPa hydrogen…

The governments of Brazil and Germany are exploring the creation of a green hydrogen hub in Cubatão (SP), a city once deemed the world’s most polluted by the United Nations. This hub aims to foster joint actions among local industries to produce green supplies powered by renewable energy sources. Historical Pollution Context During the 1980s, Cubatão’s industries released approximately a thousand tons of pollutants into the atmosphere daily. Historian Welington Ribeiro Borges noted that this substantial pollution earned the city’s title of ‘Death Valley’ and the infamous recognition as the most polluted city globally by the UN. Environmental degradation affected…