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Scotland is poised to spearhead a £2.7 billion pipeline network connecting its hydrogen hubs to other parts of Europe. The ambitious project, named the Hydrogen Backbone Link (HBL), is anticipated to create around 700 jobs and position Scotland as a key player in the European hydrogen market.

The UK government has unveiled a significant amendment to its upcoming Energy Bill, signaling a departure from its original plan to introduce a hydrogen levy on domestic energy bills. Instead, the proposed reform aims to impose a fresh levy on the gas shipping industry.

Ovako, Europe’s largest steel maker and one of the largest steel recyclers in the Nordic countries, is launching the hydrogen plant at its Hofors mill.

Natural hydrogen, often referred to as “gold” or “white” hydrogen, was once considered an untapped resource residing deep within Earth’s geologic formations. However, recent breakthroughs and discoveries have shifted the narrative, showcasing the potential for natural hydrogen to emerge as a game-changer in the clean energy landscape.

JCB has undertaken a groundbreaking retrofit project which involves the conversion of a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van, traditionally powered by a diesel engine, into a hydrogen-powered vehicle.

The shift from fossil fuels to hydrogen as the driving force behind our energy ecosystem necessitates innovative solutions that can surmount both economic and technical challenges. In this pursuit, the National Composites Centre (NCC) has emerged as a beacon of progress, harnessing the power of composite pipes to revolutionize the transportation of hydrogen, igniting a new era in energy distribution.

Enapter, the renowned hydrogen technology company, has unveiled a monumental partnership with Enoah. This collaboration heralds the purchase of an impressive fleet of 101 AEM electrolysers, marking a pivotal moment in the pursuit of harnessing green hydrogen’s boundless potential for energy transformation.

Zepp.solutions, a pioneering Dutch company specializing in hydrogen fuel cell technology, has achieved a significant milestone by securing a grant of €1.98 million from the European Just Transition Fund (JTF).

Researchers from the University of Warwick and the University of Manchester have triumphantly resolved a perplexing scientific enigma concerning the exceptional proton permeability of graphene.

In a resolute stride towards a greener future, the French government has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative, allocating a staggering 4 billion euros to bolster the production of low-carbon hydrogen within its borders.