Browsing: Africa

In recent years, green hydrogen has staged a remarkable comeback and is emerging as a linchpin in the pursuit of a climate-neutral economy. It promises to play a pivotal role, particularly in addressing emissions in challenging sectors such as transport, heating, and heavy industry, and offers a solution for inter-seasonal energy storage. This resurgence of green hydrogen, driven by both energy security and decarbonization imperatives, is now not only fostering economic opportunities but also birthing a new era of EU-Africa relations.

Mauritanian government and the European Union (EU) have come together to accelerate the development of Mauritania’s green hydrogen sector.

Egypt is positioning itself to emerge as a global hub for green hydrogen production. The country’s Oil Ministry Undersecretary for Projects, Ahmed Khalifa, has unveiled an extraordinary vision to harness Egypt’s abundant solar and water resources. This vision is backed by multi-billion-dollar projects and collaborations with major industrial players.

The quest for sustainable energy solutions has led Germany to engage in discussions with Algeria, setting the stage for a potentially significant partnership in the world of green hydrogen. According to a press release from the German Ministry of the Economy, both nations are exploring the possibility of Algeria becoming a major supplier of green hydrogen to Europe’s largest economy.

As the world races to combat climate change and transition to renewable energy sources, Algeria emerges as a key player in Europe’s quest for green hydrogen. The North African nation is on a mission to become a significant supplier of green hydrogen, addressing one-tenth of Europe’s growing demand for this eco-friendly gas produced from renewable energy.

Belgian company Dredging Environmental and Marine Engineering NV (DEME) is gearing up to invest a colossal $3 billion in a groundbreaking green hydrogen production project in Egypt. This ambitious project aims to serve the growing demands of European markets for clean hydrogen.

Kenya stands at the forefront of a revolution that promises to redefine not only its energy landscape but also its economic prospects. At the heart of this transformation is the embrace of green hydrogen technology, an innovative approach to producing clean energy and mitigating the impact of climate change.

Hyphen Hydrogen Energy (Hyphen) has joined forces with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) to secure essential funding for the project’s advancement.

European Union and Namibia have officially endorsed a strategic partnership roadmap for sustainable raw materials and renewable hydrogen.

The Netherlands is turning its attention towards a unique collaboration with South Africa. This ambitious partnership holds the key to a sustainable future, driven by the promise of green hydrogen.