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The global buzz surrounding natural hydrogen, also known as white or gold hydrogen, is rapidly gaining momentum as a potential game-changer in the quest for cost-effective and low-carbon energy sources.

Germany has launched a program aimed at supporting heavy industry in transitioning to more sustainable production practices. The program, initially valued at up to 4 billion euros ($4.4 billion), is set to span over a 15-year period and includes provisions for the adoption of hydrogen technology.

Hydrogen-powered the Accelera fuel cells have made significant strides, powering a full-sized locomotive in an Austrian project named HY2RAIL.

In a speech at the headquarters of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris, Pinakin Chaubal, head of technology at ArcelorMittal, highlighted the challenges and costs associated with decarbonizing the steel industry.

Research project “HyTraGen” (Hydrogen Tram for Next Generation) has been launched under the leadership of Hörmann Vehicle Engineering GmbH in Chemnitz.

Solaris Bus & Coach has secured a contract to deliver 22 Urbino hydrogen-powered buses to Île-de-France Mobilités, Paris’ fleet operator.

DNV, a leading energy expert and assurance provider, has embarked on hydrogen blending feasibility studies for Enbridge and FortisBC.

CGG has initiated a worldwide hydrogen screening project with the backing of industry stakeholders.

As the global community accelerates towards a more sustainable, low-carbon future, individual nations are closely observed and evaluated for their progress in energy transition. In this context, Darren Davidson, the head of the UK division of Siemens Energy, recently voiced concerns about the country’s sluggish pace in advancing towards their ambitious energy targets.

German firm Voith Group and China’s Weifu Hi-Tech, a subsidiary of Wuxi Industrial Group, have inked a strategic cooperation agreement. The collaboration aims to revolutionize type IV high-pressure hydrogen storage systems, paving the way for innovation, large-scale production, and global deployment of this cutting-edge technology.