PLAGEN, under the leadership of CEO John Kyung, has embarked on a transformative clean methanol production project in collaboration with Indonesia’s BFI. This venture not only signifies a significant step for PLAGEN but also holds the promise of shaping the green methanol market in Asia.
BP’s renewable hydrogen project in Kwinana, Western Australia, has officially entered the front-end engineering and design stage, with production expected to commence in 2026. The H2Kwinana project, a collaborative effort with Macquarie Capital, aims to leverage a 100-MW electrolyzer, with plans for expansion to an impressive 1.5 GW in subsequent phases.
Serbia has captured the interest of two major Chinese companies, Zijin Mining and Shanghai Fengling Renewable, signaling a potential transformation in the country’s energy landscape.
Indonesia marked a historic moment as PT PLN (Persero) unveiled 21 state-of-the-art Green Hydrogen Plant (GHP) units strategically positioned across the country. The inauguration, held at the Tanjung Priok Steam Gas Power Plant (PLTGU), Jakarta, signifies a significant stride towards establishing Indonesia’s first green hydrogen supply chain.
In a surprising turn of events, the Heide oil refinery, Ørsted Germany, and Hynamics Germany jointly announced the abandonment of the electrolyzer component of the “West Coast 100” project, a lighthouse initiative aimed at producing green hydrogen.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has proposed a collaborative effort between Japan and South Korea to establish a robust supply network for hydrogen and ammonia.
In a strategic move, the European Union is positioning Egypt as a pivotal partner in its energy ambitions, particularly in the realm of green hydrogen. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, during her recent visit to Egypt, emphasized the EU’s vision for substantial investments in the Arab country’s clean energy sector.
The Indian government’s push for green hydrogen is gaining momentum, with significant investments anticipated at key ports. V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Tamil Nadu and Deendayal Port in Kandla, Gujarat, are set to become focal points for green hydrogen hubs, marking a pivotal shift towards sustainable energy.
The World Bank, along with international partners, has unveiled a comprehensive action plan to accelerate the global deployment of clean hydrogen as a low-carbon energy carrier.
The initiative, titled “Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office FOA to Advance the National Clean Hydrogen Strategy,” aligns with the U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap.
