Category: Hydrogen

Singapore plans to build two hydrogen-ready natural gas power plants by 2030

Singapore plans to build two hydrogen-ready natural gas power plants by 2030

June 6, 2024 |

In Singapore, The Straits Times reported that Singapore will have two more natural gas power plants that are also hydrogen-compatible by 2030. On June 4, the Energy Market Authority (EMA) invited the private sector to build, own and operate two new power plants to be up and running in 2029 and 2030, according to the […]

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HDF Energy claims world’s first high-power hydrogen fuel cell factory

HDF Energy claims world’s first high-power hydrogen fuel cell factory

June 6, 2024 |

In France, HDF Energy announced the inauguration of what it claims to be the world’s first plant to manufacture 1MW+ fuel cells. This industrial site is dedicated to the decarbonization of heavy maritime and rail mobility, as well as the production of electricity for public power grids, the company said. Also, 80% of the fuel […]

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RWE plans hydrogen-ready combined-cycle gas turbine in Werne

RWE plans hydrogen-ready combined-cycle gas turbine in Werne

May 30, 2024 |

In Germany, RWE said it is planning to build hydrogen-ready gas-fired power plants at the company’s power plant sites in Germany. Following Weisweiler in the Rhenish mining area, the company is now pressing ahead with plans for such a plant at a possible second site in Werne in the southern Münsterland region. An H2-ready combined-cycle […]

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European Commission approves up to $1.5 billion of State aid to boost hydrogen value chain

European Commission approves up to $1.5 billion of State aid to boost hydrogen value chain

May 30, 2024 |

In Belgium, the European Commission has approved a project to support research, innovation and the first industrial deployment in the hydrogen value chain. The project contributes to the EU’s target of 90% reduction of emissions from the mobility and transport sectors, in order for the EU to become climate-neutral by 2050. By fostering the use […]

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Hytlantic, McPhy agree to terminate cooperation agreement

Hytlantic, McPhy agree to terminate cooperation agreement

May 30, 2024 |

In France, McPhy Energy announced that Hytlantic and McPhy agreed to terminate their cooperation in the frame of the GreenH2Atlantic project. The decision follows an in-depth assessment of the activities performed and outcomes of the partnership between Hytlantic and McPhy over the past few years during project development, and the outlook for the progress of […]

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British Columbia government announces plans to construct network of hydrogen plants

British Columbia government announces plans to construct network of hydrogen plants

May 30, 2024 |

In Canada, CBC reported that the British Columbia government says a $656 million project to create a network of hydrogen production plants and vehicle refueling stations will create nearly 300 jobs and cut greenhouse gas emissions in the province. The report noted that the Crown corporation Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is providing a $245 million […]

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Chart Industries to provide hydrogen compression solutions to Repsol’s Alba in Portugal

Chart Industries to provide hydrogen compression solutions to Repsol’s Alba in Portugal

May 30, 2024 |

In Georgia, Chart Industries said it has been chosen to supply its Howden hydrogen compression solutions to support Repsol’s expansion of its Sines industrial complex in Portugal. This plant will utilize solar-powered green electrolytic hydrogen, aligning with Repsol’s commitment to fostering their energy transition initiatives and achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the company said. Chart […]

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Egypt seeks to attract Dutch investments in green hydrogen sector

Egypt seeks to attract Dutch investments in green hydrogen sector

May 30, 2024 |

In Egypt, Daily News Egypt reported that Hossam Heiba, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI), embarked on a promotional tour to entice Dutch investments in the green hydrogen sector. The report noted that Heiba actively participated in the World Hydrogen Summit held in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Heiba underscored Egypt’s commitment […]

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TE H2 partners with Verbund on a large hydrogen project in Tunisia

TE H2 partners with Verbund on a large hydrogen project in Tunisia

May 30, 2024 |

In France, TE H2 a joint-venture between TotalEnergies and EREN Groupe, together with Austrian electricity firm Verbund have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Republic of Tunisia to study the implementation of a large green hydrogen project named “H2 Notos” for export to Central Europe through pipelines. H2 Notos aims to produce green hydrogen […]

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India’s GAIL commissions its first green hydrogen plant under national green hydrogen mission

India’s GAIL commissions its first green hydrogen plant under national green hydrogen mission

May 30, 2024 |

In India, Mint reported that the first hydrogen green plant by the Gas Authority of India Ltd. (GAIL) was inaugurated last week in Madhya Pradesh. The report said that this hydrogen plant marks a major step towards new and alternate energy and has been installed in line with the National Green Hydrogen Mission. According to […]

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