In the quest for a sustainable and decarbonized future, Switzerland finds itself at a crossroads regarding its approach to green hydrogen. While Swiss companies are actively engaging in projects to harness the potential of this versatile energy carrier, the lack of a national hydrogen strategy raises concerns about the country’s position in a Europe increasingly dependent on renewable hydrogen for emissions reduction in industries and transportation.
In a collaborative effort to explore the immense potential of the low-carbon hydrogen sector, the Nigerian and German governments convened during the 2nd German-Nigeria Symposium on Green Hydrogen. The goal is to leverage the rich resource base of both nations for a sustainable and eco-friendly energy transition.
Australian Gas Networks (AGN), a part of AGIG, has successfully concluded a two-decade-long endeavor to upgrade its gas infrastructure in Victoria.
The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has set sail on an ambitious journey, exploring the viability of hydrogen as a fuel for the shipping industry. In its latest report, titled “Potential of Hydrogen as fuel for shipping,” EMSA delves into the intricate landscape of hydrogen adoption, shedding light on its properties, sustainability, availability, suitability, and the associated costs and developments for marine applications.
Viasea Shipping, a Norwegian shortsea liner, has unveiled ambitious plans to construct two hydrogen-powered containerships.
Initially anticipated to cost below €3 per kilogram by 2030, recent economic shifts and technical complexities are shattering these expectations.
In a bid to propel the production of carbon-free hydrogen, the French government has allocated a substantial envelope of 4 billion euros. However, the eligibility criteria for this financial support reveal a stark reality: the doors are open only to entities boasting a minimum annual turnover of 100 million euros and a track record of five projects each exceeding 30 million euros.
Latin America and the Caribbean are poised to witness a surge in low-carbon hydrogen projects. According to the latest report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the region’s production capacity could skyrocket to 3.5 million tons by 2030, with an ambitious emphasis on electrolysis powered by renewables.
In the heart of the Borgo Montello landfill in Latina, a pioneering endeavor is underway to revolutionize the fate of biogas. Traditionally associated with contributing to global warming when released into the atmosphere, biogas, when harnessed and converted into biomethane or green hydrogen, emerges as a potent force for renewable energy.
President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, held discussions with the leadership of the German company Svevind Energy Group, marking a crucial step toward the initiation of a groundbreaking project for the production of “green” hydrogen within the republic.
