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Africa has witnessed the commencement of construction for Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, the continent’s first green hydrogen facility. Nestled in the coastal city of Walvis Bay, this groundbreaking project represents a monumental leap in Africa’s energy landscape.

Algeria is set to launch four pilot projects for the production of green hydrogen before the end of 2024, according to an official at the Ministry of Energy and Mines. This ambitious initiative is part of Algeria’s plans to decarbonize its economy and become a major exporter of green hydrogen.

Hyundai’s XCIENT Heavy-Duty Fuel Cell Truck has won the GREEN AWARD in the Mobility category at GTF Connect Los Angeles, hosted in Hollywood, California. The XCIENT Fuel Cell’s innovative technology positions it as an industry leader, providing zero-emission transport solutions. Its advanced fuel cell technology sets a benchmark for the future of sustainable, efficient transportation.

The hydrogen economy is surging forward as a beacon of hope in the battle against the global climate crisis. However, as this vital industry expands at a rapid pace, the need to safeguard its critical infrastructure becomes increasingly apparent. In a digital age where connectivity is king, cybersecurity is paramount.

Norway has recently made significant breakthroughs in hydrogen research, but current government policy means that these findings will most likely only benefit its competitors. The EU and USA are currently investing heavily in hydrogen, while Norway has yet to develop a clear plan for making hydrogen available for use domestically.

Brétéché, a prominent fuel distributor operating in six French departments, has unveiled Vendée’s first privately-owned hydrogen station. This refuelling station, located in Maché (Vendée), marks a significant leap forward in the adoption of green hydrogen as a clean energy source for commercial vehicles.

Angel Trains, the UK’s largest rolling stock company, has joined forces with the University of St Andrews in support of a pioneering hydrogen train initiative. This partnership signals a promising future for hydrogen-powered transportation and green energy research.

Alstom, a leading manufacturer of railway transportation equipment, has announced that it has unveiled the Coradia Stream hydrogen train alongside the FNM group, a specialist in sustainable mobility in Lombardy.

A team of researchers led by Dr. Yoo Sung Jong of the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) has succeeded in significantly reducing the cost of green hydrogen production by developing a new carbon-supported catalyst for the oxygen evolution reaction in anion exchange membrane water electrolysis.

Fortescue has announced that it has become a lead investor in Electric Hydrogen (EH2), a US-based electrolyser startup. The company has also signed a framework procurement agreement to supply 1 gigawatt of EH2’s electrolyser systems to Fortescue’s green hydrogen projects in the US and globally.