Browsing: Middle east

Dubai-based ENOC Group and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) have joined forces to launch a green hydrogen fuel station at Expo City Dubai, coinciding with the COP28 summit currently taking place.

European Union has formally designated the second southern hydrogen corridor, linking Algeria to Germany via Tunisia, Italy, and Austria, as a “Project of Common Interest.” This classification not only expedites its implementation but also opens avenues for financial support.

Abu Dhabi Department of Energy, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), and Masdar have joined forces to propel Abu Dhabi and the UAE into a leadership role in the production and export of low-carbon hydrogen.

In a dynamic shift towards sustainable energy, oil and gas majors have emerged as significant players in the low-carbon hydrogen market, commanding an 8% share globally. This paradigmatic transition reflects a strategic response to the escalating demand for cleaner energy alternatives. Let’s delve into the goals, technology, potential impact, and challenges surrounding this transformative trend.

The Hydrogen Transition Summit takes center stage at the Conference of the Parties 28 (COP28), marking a pivotal moment in the global climate and energy agenda.

Emirates Steel Arkan (ESA), Ohmium International, and Khalifa University of Science and Technology have inked a Strategic Collaboration on Hydrogen Research and Development, solidifying the UAE’s commitment to advancing green steel production.

Masdar has set its sights on the burgeoning green hydrogen market, signing a joint development agreement with the Jordanian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources.

Thirty-six nations have endorsed a declaration for the mutual recognition of certification schemes for renewable and low-carbon hydrogen and its derivatives.

Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan Republic (SOCAR) have inked a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA). The agreement outlines their joint commitment to explore and develop low carbon energy technologies, marking a significant stride in aligning with global decarbonization goals.

Korean company Eltech UVC is spearheading the establishment of the world’s inaugural port dedicated to the transportation of solar energy-based green hydrogen and green ammonia.