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Two researchers delving into France’s Lorraine mining basin with the intent of locating fossil fuels stumbled upon something far more revolutionary. What lay beneath the earth’s surface in northeastern France was a treasure trove of white hydrogen, a naturally occurring and renewable form of hydrogen, often referred to as green hydrogen.

A new partnership between Gentari Sdn Bhd and AM Green BV seeks to advance the production of green ammonia through the establishment of AM Green Ammonia Holdings BV (AMG Ammonia). This platform, backed by the founders of Greenko, a leading Indian renewable energy company, and supported by Singapore’s investment entity GIC, has set ambitious goals for green ammonia production.

Green Hydrogen Systems and BioCirc have recently inked a Letter of Intent, signifying their cooperation in the testing and supply of a 6MW pressurized alkaline electrolyser. This collaboration carries the potential to revolutionize the landscape of hydrogen production and is a significant stride toward a more sustainable energy future.

Powerhouse Energy Group, a trailblazer in the field of waste-to-hydrogen conversion, has made headlines recently due to a strategic shift in its plans. The company had, in March 2023, announced its ambitious collaboration with Hydrogen Utopia International (HUI) to jointly develop a non-recyclable plastic waste-to-hydrogen facility in Longford, County Longford, Republic of Ireland—the Longford Project.

Centrica PLC subsidiary Bord Gáis Energy has taken a monumental step by joining a transformative project aimed at repurposing the Celtic Sea’s Kinsale Head gas field for the storage of green hydrogen.

Spain’s Urovesa is set to embark on the development of a cutting-edge hybrid hydrogen fuel cell vehicle known as Vamth. The Ministry of Defense has recently awarded Urovesa a contract worth 694,329.34 euros to pursue this innovative project, which seeks to integrate hydrogen fuel cell technology into the military’s trusted Vamtac vehicle.

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.

In a resounding step toward a greener future, King Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands officially opened the first phase of the national hydrogen network in Rotterdam.

The energy landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, driven by the urgent need to address climate change and reduce our reliance on fossil fuels. One critical aspect of this transformation is the heating of single- and multi-family homes, traditionally powered by fossil natural gas. As we bid farewell to the era of carbon-intensive energy, the question arises: Can green hydrogen become a sustainable alternative for residential heating? According to the German Gas and Water Association (DVGW), the answer is a resounding “yes.”

Denmark has awarded a total of DKK 1.25 billion ($155 million) to six green hydrogen projects in its first tender for support for Power to X (PtX) projects. The projects will be located in Holstebro, Esbjerg, Padborg, Rybjerg, Rødekro, and Fredericia.