Browsing: Africa

The Port of Rotterdam and Koninklijke Vopak, two prominent Dutch firms, have been invited to present their ambitious proposals for the construction of the Boegoebaai Port and associated rail links in northwest South Africa.

A partnership between PNE Group and S.E.T. Select Energy GmbH (SET) is set to pave the way for the production of synthetic fuels from renewable energies (e-fuels) in South Africa.

Misr Fertilizers Production Company (MOPCO) has taken a crucial step by approving the establishment of a company focused on producing green hydrogen. Collaborating with the Egyptian Petrochemicals Holding Company (ECHEM) and Norway’s Scatec, MOPCO aims to harness green hydrogen to produce eco-friendly green ammonia.

The ambitious Boegoebaai hydrogen production hub in South Africa, along with its port, is set to revolutionize the country’s energy landscape, making it a leading producer and exporter of green hydrogen.

Hydrogen Development Federation (HDF) Energy revealed plans to construct Africa’s first large-scale green hydrogen project on the outskirts of Swakopmund, Namibia.

Namibia has taken a momentous step towards sustainable and inclusive development with the launch of its Socio-Economic Development Framework (SED Framework) for the US$10 billion green hydrogen project.

The green hydrogen revolution is rapidly gaining momentum, and South Africa’s Northern Cape is positioning itself to play a leading role in this transformative energy shift. With its abundant renewable energy resources and strategic location, the Northern Cape could become a key player in green hydrogen production and export, fostering economic growth and sustainability.

Egypt is poised to make a significant stride towards a sustainable future, as the Information and Decision Support Center of the Egyptian Cabinet predicts a remarkable increase in the green hydrogen economy by 2050.

Recent reports suggesting that Spain is favoring Moroccan hydrogen over Algerian exports have been met with skepticism by industry insiders.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (IWU) is spearheading two innovative hydrogen-based microgrid projects in Cape Town, South Africa, and Namibia.