In Belgium, Flanders has taken its federal government to court over the recently approved federal law on hydrogen. The regional government, led by Energy Minister Zuhal Demir of the New Flemish Alliance (N-VA), argues that hydrogen should fall under regional jurisdiction, setting the stage for a legal battle that could have far-reaching implications for the hydrogen industry in the country.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, who owns India’s first green hydrogen-powered car, unveiled this ambitious plan at the Aadhar Infra Confluence in Delhi. He highlighted the government’s aim not only to harness green hydrogen for domestic use but also to position India as a key global exporter of this clean fuel.
The production of hydrogen using renewable or low-carbon sources is facing a substantial uphill battle in meeting international emission reduction objectives.
South Australia is positioning itself as a global leader in renewable energy with the introduction of a landmark bill aimed at streamlining the development of hydrogen and renewable energy projects.
The government-controlled power company, Elektroprivreda Crne Gore (EPCG), is teaming up with European investors to explore the production of green ammonia and hydrogen. These ambitious projects align with Montenegro’s goal of transitioning to clean energy and reducing carbon emissions.
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) is leading the charge by offering fellowships that support innovative climate solutions and reinforce America’s position in science and engineering.
Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power has inked memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with two prominent Chinese companies. These agreements encompass a wide spectrum of green energy initiatives, including green hydrogen and ammonia production, global renewable energy endeavors, and integrated smart energy solutions.
Owned by EDF Energy Nuclear Generation Ltd and in collaboration with Hanson UK, National Nuclear Laboratory Limited, EDF ENERGY R&D UK CENTRE LIMITED, and Asphalt Burner Services Ltd, the ‘Bay Hydrogen Hub – Hydrogen4Hanson’ project is set in Lancashire and has been awarded £6,119,361.49. This initiative aims to decarbonize the asphalt and cement production industry while pioneering nuclear-derived hydrogen production.
In a recent development, the Ministry of Energy and Minerals took part in a technical workshop titled “Methods of Underground Energy Storage” on September 13, 2023. The event, described in a statement by the Specialized Energy Platform, explored Oman’s potential in underground hydrogen storage, leveraging its geological features like salt domes and porous rock formations.
During the plenary session of the European Parliament in Strasbourg, Ursula von der Leyen revealed that the EU is now attracting more investment in hydrogen energy development than both the United States and China combined.
