Author: Arnes Biogradlija

Storage, batteries, hydrogen: when can they replace natural gas as a backup technology?

Green hydrogen from renewable energies should only be competitive in a few years. But the Ukraine war is clearly accelerating the change. Because hydrogen from renewable energies was more than twice as expensive as hydrogen from fossil natural gas, experts did not expect a breakthrough for this future technology for another five to ten years. Since the price of gas has risen to a new record level, however, sustainable hydrogen is now paying for itself much faster than expected – and could thus significantly accelerate the ramp-up of the hydrogen economy. “The change is already here. Wherever the production of…

Torvex Energy has proved that its patented technique is capable of producing hydrogen from saltwater. Torvex Energy, a Stockton-based research and development business, recently announced the invention of a new method for hydrogen production from saltwater. The company collaborated with the Material Processing Institute to validate the process. This novel method of hydrogen production from saltwater produces no oxygen gas. As such, it is distinctly distinct from more conventional water electrolysis processes used to generate green hydrogen. Having said that, the team behind the manufacturing process describes it as an environmentally friendly technology. The company is pursuing patents for this…

The Vodorod SM design bureau in Samara is working on the development of Russia’s first methane-hydrogen-fueled gas-turbine unit for heat and power supply. The design bureau was created by Academician S.P. Korolev Samara National Research University and Power Machines. The technical design of the unit is supposed to be completed in 2023. Then a prototype will be made at the Power Machines facility. Scientists explain that they are engaged in a new direction in the Russian energy industry. Such a gas turbine unit will be more environmentally friendly compared to kerosene or natural gas-based counterparts. “The first project is a…

Gyeonggi Province will support research and development of small and medium-sized companies in the field of hydrogen energy, including fuel cells, production, storage, transportation and utilization. The province announced on the 18th that it will recruit small and medium-sized hydrogen-related companies in the province by the 31st of next month to participate in the “2022 Gyeonggi Province Next Generation Hydrogen Energy Technology Development Support Project. “The province plans to select a total of three internal and external tasks and support up to 400 million won for two years per task. The project was designed to improve the technological innovation capabilities…

Hyundai has recalled 54 Nexo hydrogen-fuel cell crossovers for 2019 due to the danger of fuel leakage that could cause the vehicle to catch fire. Models manufactured between August 10, 2018 and December 17, 2018 are included in the recall. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a receptacle might detach instantly after being filled with hydrogen. The filter in the receptacle has consumed the component of the system that seals the refuel intake. If the issue persists, the refill inlet may fail to seal properly, resulting in leakage and a risk of fire. According to Hyundai, the defect…

Egypt is pursuing international investment in green hydrogen production as part of its ambitious goals to become a hub for clean energy transit to Europe, according to Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly. Madbouly stated during a meeting on Sunday that the country’s efforts include increasing investor incentives and upgrading Egypt’s energy policy to include green hydrogen. Electricity Minister Mohamed Shaker, Planning and Economic Development Minister Hala El-Said, Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) Yehia Zaki, and CEO of Egypt’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Ayman Soliman attended the meeting (SWF). Madbouly emphasized the critical role of foreign investment in green hydrogen…

BMW recognizes that getting a completely production-ready hydrogen car for the worldwide market would be a long process.

The European Commission is making progress on the draft of the framework that will replace the 2009 directive on the internal market for natural gas and which, after the war in Ukraine, aims to remake the EU’s energy map.

CEOs 4 Climate accelerates the transition for hydrogen trucks