Author: Arnes Biogradlija

The European Commission is drafting stricter rules to ensure that EU funding for hydrogen projects advantages European firms, prompted by concerns over low-cost Chinese imports. This announcement came from the EU’s climate change policy head on Monday. This month, the EU is set to initiate its latest funding round for green hydrogen projects as Brussels seeks to foster a local industry for producing the fuel. The move comes amidst the EU hardening its stance on other green technologies from China, such as imposing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles perceived to benefit from excessive subsidies. European manufacturers of electrolyzers, devices that…

Woodside Energy, a major oil and gas sector player, has decided to shelve two green hydrogen projects in Australia and New Zealand, totaling around 2.3 GW in capacity. The company cited insufficient renewable energy generation capacity, increased environmental demands, and challenging economic conditions. The first halted project is the H2Tas green hydrogen and renewable ammonia facility in Tasmania, which was designed to support up to 1.7 GW of electrolyzer capacity. The facility intended to produce green hydrogen and ammonia and export about 600 tonnes of ammonia. Similarly, Woodside has ended its partnership with New Zealand government-owned utility Meridian Energy for…

An insightful study titled “Data-Driven Robust Optimisation of Hydrogen Infrastructure Planning Under Demand Uncertainty Using a Hybrid Decomposition Method” by Xu Zhou, Margarita E. Efthymiadou, Lazaros G. Papageorgiou, and Vassilis M. Charitopoulos, was published. This research brings new methodologies for optimizing hydrogen infrastructure in the face of fluctuating demand, paving the way for more reliable hydrogen supply chains. As the global community accelerates its efforts towards achieving “Net-zero” emissions, hydrogen is increasingly seen as a pivotal alternative to traditional carbon-based fuels. Amidst the growing emphasis on heat decarbonization, the study provides critical insights into the planning and expansion of hydrogen…

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…