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Portuguese energy heavyweight Galp has unveiled a bold plan to invest €650 million (approximately $692 million) in two transformative projects. These projects aim to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the Sines refinery and its associated products while ushering in a greener energy era in Portugal.

Hamburg-based Eternal Power is setting its sights on producing hydrogen in Chile for export to Germany and the broader European market. This audacious venture aligns with Chile’s ambitious goal of becoming a major exporter of green hydrogen, with the country’s Energy Ministry targeting a production cost of around $1.5 per kilogram.

Piedmont, a region in northwest Italy, has embraced hydrogen potential as a beacon of hope for its industrial rebirth. As the clock ticks on the European Union’s ambitious Recovery and Resilience Plan (Pnrr), Piedmont, along with other Italian regions, is rapidly transitioning towards a hydrogen-powered future.

The global commitment to sustainable and clean energy solutions continues to gain momentum, with nations increasingly turning to innovative technologies and partnerships. In this pursuit, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have emerged as key players, engaging in fruitful discussions and collaborations on clean energy and hydrogen. These diplomatic efforts hold the promise of transforming the energy landscape and contributing to a greener future.

ORLEN and Yokogawa Europe have announced a partnership to develop technology for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This partnership marks a major milestone in the pursuit of carbon neutrality in the aviation industry.

The University of Warwick is one of several partners to benefit from £11 million funding as part of a new hydrogen research hub.

The global push for zero-emission mobility and sustainable hydrogen infrastructure is gaining momentum, and Hexagon Purus is poised to play a pivotal role in this transformative journey. The world-leading manufacturer of zero-emission mobility and hydrogen infrastructure solutions has just unveiled its latest manufacturing facility in Kassel, Germany, dedicated to producing cutting-edge hydrogen cylinders.

New initiative is taking shape in the sunny Mediterranean island of Cyprus, as a consortium of 27 companies from countries including Greece, the Netherlands, Lebanon, and Romania embark on the establishment of Europe’s first-ever “Hydrogen Valley.” This ambitious project aims to revolutionize the region’s energy landscape, with a strong focus on green hydrogen production.

Laurence Boisramé, global director of hydrogen at Bureau Veritas, offers insights into the pivotal role that certification, standardization, and global consensus play in shaping the future of hydrogen as an energy vector.

The stage is set for a revolution in the energy landscape, and at its heart is the promise of low-emissions hydrogen. A recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals a complex yet hopeful picture of an industry on the brink of transformation.