Turbotech #Safran #Hydrogen #Aviation.
๐ Turbotech and Safran have successfully conducted the first tests of an aeronautical hydrogen gas turbine, employing an ultra-efficient regenerative cycle. This pioneering achievement was made possible through collaboration with ArianeGroup, which brought its hydrogen testing expertise inherited from decades of space applications.
๐ก These initial tests were conducted with hydrogen stored in gaseous form. In a later phase, later this year, the engine will be connected to a cryogenic liquid storage system developed by Air Liquide. This step is intended to demonstrate the full integration of a representative propulsion system on a complete aircraft.
๐ What are your thoughts on the advancement of hydrogen technology in aviation? ๐ฌ๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3OnXmmK
Innovation #GasTurbines #Amonia #Decarbonization.
๐ก GE Vernova’s Gas Power division and Japanese engineering IHI join in a Joint Development Agreement to advance technology and engineering. The goal is to develop a new gas turbine combustor that can run on ammonia, a hydrogen-derived fuel that emits no carbon during combustion.
๐ This breakthrough seeks to be a viable option for power generation, compatible with GE Vernova’s 6F.03, 7F and 9F gas turbines. Ammonia is expected to play a crucial role in reducing carbon emissions in the power sector, especially in thermal power plants and dispatchable generation.
๐ What do you think of this initiative to advance the decarbonization of electricity generation? ๐ฌ๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3OkkNgU
Malaysia #GreenHydrogen #SolarEnergy #Sustainability.
๐ Semarak Renewable Energy (RE) and China Hydropower Malaysia, a subsidiary of PowerChina, sealed a $398 million deal for Malaysia’s first large-scale green hydrogen production project. This innovative project will use floating solar power for green hydrogen production.
๐ Located in Perak, the project aims to transform Malaysia’s energy landscape by integrating green hydrogen generation and storage. Semarak RE and PowerChina will be responsible for the comprehensive design, procurement and construction of floating photovoltaic power generation units, along with state-of-the-art facilities for hydrogen production and storage.
๐ What do you think of this step towards a more sustainable future in green hydrogen production in Malaysia? ๐ฌ๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3SE3UQw
Talgo #Hydrogen #HighSpeedTrains #Sustainability.
๐ Talgo leads the Hympulso project, backed by a grant of 6.5 million euros, and has the collaboration of Golendus, Ingeteam, Optimus3D, Repsol, Sener, Universidad Pontificia Comillas and Tecnalia. The objective is to develop a propulsion system based on renewable hydrogen fuel cells and install it, for the first time in the world, in a high-speed train.
๐ Within the framework of this initiative, technologies applicable to the Talgo 250 train will be designed to electrify the railway network with energy generated exclusively from renewable sources, even on lines without catenary. Hympulso promotes the entire renewable hydrogen value chain in the railway system, receiving a grant of 6.5 million euros within the Incentive Program for the Innovative Renewable Hydrogen Value Chain.
What do you think of this revolutionary commitment to hydrogen in high-speed trains? ๐๐ฌ
More details: https://bit.ly/47TvPR1
Marbach #ElectricBike #Hydrogen #SustainableMobility.
๐ Marbach introduces an innovative perspective on electric mobility with its hydrogen-powered electric bicycle. Unlike conventional batteries, this pedelec does not need to be recharged; instead, the hydrogen is self-produced.
๐ดโโ๏ธ Traditional electric bicycles have disadvantages in terms of battery production, which consumes a lot of energy and uses raw materials that are harmful to the climate. Marbach’s proposal offers a sustainable and easy-to-implement alternative.
๐ How does it work? The hydrogen needed to power the bike is produced internally, eliminating the need for charging stations and reducing the carbon footprint associated with battery production.
What do you think of this new form of mobility? ๐๐ฌ
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/47Ukyjt
TMB #Hydrogen #SustainableMobility #PublicTransport.
๐ Transportes Metropolitanos de Barcelona (TMB) takes a decisive step towards sustainability by formalizing the purchase of 36 standard twelve-meter hydrogen-powered buses. The award to Solaris Bus Ibรฉrica, part of CAF Group, for a total of โฌ23,396,400 marks TMB’s largest purchase of hydrogen vehicles.
๐ก Funded by the Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda under the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan – Next Generation, this drive towards clean mobility reinforces TMB’s commitment to energy transition.
๐ After this acquisition, TMB will have a fleet of 46 urban buses powered by hydrogen, marking a milestone in the commitment to clean energy in Barcelona’s public transport.
๐ In addition, TMB will incorporate two articulated vehicles from the same manufacturer, which will be the first hydrogen articulated vehicles in Spain. These initiatives are aligned with the European JIVE2 project to promote hydrogen in public transport.
What do you think about this move towards sustainable public transport in Barcelona? ๐๐ฌ
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3Ooj4qD
Yamaha #Golf #Hydrogen #SustainableMobility.
Yamaha takes another step in exploring the potential of hydrogen with the launch of the Drive H2 concept, a hydrogen-powered golf car! Developed by Yamaha’s golf car division, this innovative vehicle was unveiled at the Florida PGA Show, one of the golf industry’s premier events.
The DRIVE H2 concept follows in the footsteps of other hydrogen-powered vehicles introduced by Yamaha, such as buggies and scooters. Now, the brand is taking its sustainable vision to the golf course, combining fun and clean technology.
๐๐จ This new vehicle not only promises an exciting golfing experience, but also highlights Yamaha’s commitment to exploring more sustainable mobility solutions.
Can you imagine enjoying a round of golf with this innovative hydrogen-powered car? ๐๏ธโโ๏ธ Share your enthusiasm and thoughts on this mobility proposition. ๐ฌ๐
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3Skc7Iw
Innovation #GasDetection #Hydrogen #Hyvolution.
Teledyne, with its expertise in fixed and portable gas and flame detection solutions, will showcase its latest advancements, including new infrared capabilities for the OLCT 100, the cutting edge in gas utility detection with the GS700 – Hydrogen, and the innovative Spyglassโข series of hydrogen flamethrower detectors.
The company understands the challenges in the hydrogen value chain, highlighting the importance of fixed gas and flame detection in hydrogen production, storage, compression and utilization. The OLCT 100, its flagship detector, now features a new infrared sensor dedicated to methane detection, ensuring stable measurements and immunity to poisoning in environments with permanent gas presence.
๐ What do you think about these safety innovations for the transition to hydrogen? Share your perspective! ๐ฌ๐
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3SA3w5L
GreenTyres #Hydrogen #SolarEnergy #Innovation.
Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI) is leading a revolution in tire manufacturing by incorporating hydrogen and solar energy at its plant in Shirakawa, Japan. After a successful trial period started in August 2021, annual production will reach 10,350 tons of tires of various types.
SRI’s vision is to expand the use of hydrogen to cover all processes at the Shirakawa plant and to extend this technology to other facilities in Japan and beyond. The system uses a hydrogen boiler and solar panels to generate steam, essential in tire production.
๐ What are your thoughts on the transition to more sustainable methods of manufacturing everyday products? Share your perspective. ๐ฌ๐
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/4b8Yswx
GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #SustainableTransportation.
The oil industry and other sectors rely heavily on hydrogen, obtained mainly from natural gas or oil. However, there is a more sustainable alternative: green hydrogen.
This type of hydrogen is produced by an electrochemical process that separates hydrogen and oxygen molecules in water, using electricity from renewable sources. It is a cleaner, more sustainable way of obtaining hydrogen, crucial to reducing the carbon footprint.
๐ What are your thoughts on the transition to green hydrogen and its possible transportation pathways? Share your thoughts. ๐ก๐
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3SfAS8v
ACMEGroup #IHICorporation #RenewableEnergy #GreenAmonia #BusinessCollaboration.
๐ค ACME Group, India’s leading renewable energy company, on Tuesday formalized a key agreement with renowned Japanese heavy industry giant IHI Corporation. This pact involves the long-term supply of 0.4 MMTPA (million metric tons per annum) of green ammonia from Phase 1 of Odisha’s Gopalpur project.
๐ The collaboration between the two companies will cover the entire value chain, from production to logistics, supply to Japanese customers and the creation of a green ammonia market. This market targets various industrial applications in Japan, seeking to reduce global emissions and promote sustainability.
๐ This agreement reflects the joint commitment of ACME Group and IHI Corporation to drive sustainable solutions and contribute to emissions reduction. How do you perceive this step towards the use of green ammonia in industrial applications? ๐ฌ๐
๐ More details: Link
GreenHydrogen #SustainableEnergy #Technology #PlugPower #Georgia.
๐ Plug Power has kicked off the production of liquid green hydrogen at its plant located in Woodbine, Georgia. The plant, equipped with eight 5-megawatt PEM electrolyzers, has the capacity to produce 15 tons of liquid electrolytic hydrogen per day.
โก๏ธ This process consists of separating water into hydrogen and oxygen through the electrolyzers. Subsequently, the gaseous hydrogen is condensed into liquid form at an extremely low temperature of -423F (-253ยฐC).
๐ง The production of liquid green hydrogen is intended to fuel approximately 15,000 forklifts per day and will be distributed to customers’ hydrogen refueling stations via cryogenic trailers along Plug’s logistics network.
๐ More details: Link What do you think of the breakthrough in liquid green hydrogen production? Share your perspective! ๐๐
Hydrogen #SustainableEnergy #Technology #Microsoft #Caterpillar.
๐ฌ The experiment conducted by Caterpillar and Microsoft highlights the potential of hydrogen fuel cell technology as a reliable and sustainable source of backup power for data centers.
๐ Working with Ballard Power Systems, the companies used a large-format hydrogen fuel cell system to power Microsoft’s facility in Cheyenne, Wyoming, during a two-day simulated support event.
๐ฟ Hydrogen fuel cell technology is envisioned as a low-carbon replacement for diesel backup generators, and this experiment demonstrates its feasibility and potential.
๐ More details: Link What do you think about using hydrogen cells to back up data centers? Share your thoughts! ๐ป๐
Hydrogen #CleanEnergy #Environment #DOE.
๐ Groups voice concerns in a Clean Energy Group webinar about federal funding for hydrogen centers, noting concerns about emissions, safety, lack of community involvement, and misuse of funds.
๐ Most hydrogen centers funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will produce “blue” hydrogen, which involves burning fossil fuels and is not considered clean or low-carbon, according to Abbe Ramanan, project director for Clean Energy Group.
๐ฅ The concerns add to a string of “bad news,” highlighting the contradiction between the green hydrogen vision and the mostly “blue” projects backed by federal funding.
๐ More details: Link What do you think about the “blue” approach to government-funded hydrogen? Share your perspective! ๐๐ฌ
Solaris #HydrogenBuses #SustainableMobility.
๐ Between 2024 and 2025, Solaris buses will make their first appearance in Essen, marking a milestone in the city’s sustainable mobility.
๐ The buses will be equipped with hydrogen fuel cells that will generate electric power on board. The standard 12-meter models will feature a 70 kW fuel cell, while the articulated buses will have a 100 kW fuel cell.
โก All models will feature central electric motors and Solaris High Power Batteries. In addition, they will offer amenities such as CO2 air-conditioning systems with heat pump heating function, USB chargers for passengers and advanced passenger information systems.
๐ก๏ธ Safety will be provided by GSR2 Systems, which includes steering and braking assistants to enhance the travel experience.
๐ More details: Link
Hy24 invests โฌ13 million in the development of a Norwegian supplier of hydrogen systems ๐ณ๐ด
Capital increase ๐ ensures that the company can continue to increase production capacity๐ญ
Hy24, the world’s leading hydrogen investment fund, has announced a โฌ13 million investment in Hexagon Purus, the Norwegian hydrogen systems supplier. This investment marks Hy24’s first foray into the hydrogen systems market and is an important milestone in the fund’s strategy to accelerate the adoption of this key technology for decarbonization.
Hy24’s investment will enable Hexagon Purus to scale its operations and continue to pioneer the development of innovative and sustainable hydrogen solutions. The company will use the funds to expand its production facility in Norway and to create new products and services to help drive hydrogen adoption across a wide range of sectors, including mobility, industry and power generation.
The announcement of this investment is a vote of confidence in the potential of hydrogen to decarbonize the economy. With this financial backing, Hexagon Purus is well positioned to play a pivotal role in the growth of this booming market.
What do you think of Hy24’s investment in Hexagon Purus?
Do you think hydrogen has the potential to decarbonize the economy?
What are the challenges that companies in the hydrogen sector must overcome to become a commercial reality?
๐ Link to original news story: https://bit.ly/47FLHGI
Airbus #SustainableAviation #Hydrogen #TechnologicalInnovation.
๐ Airbus’ ZEROe program marks a crucial milestone in its trajectory by commissioning hydrogen engines destined for its future electric aircraft, thus contributing to the decarbonization of the aviation industry.
๐ Launched in September 2020, the ZEROe program seeks to develop zero-emission aircraft concepts. These include a hydrogen turboprop for regional flights, a medium-range mixed hydrogen aircraft and a large-capacity wide-body aircraft for long-haul flights.
๐ง Now, we celebrate a historic moment with the ignition of the first electric engine powered by a hydrogen fuel cell. This technological breakthrough is a significant step towards more sustainable, low-carbon aviation.
๐ซ Are you excited about the future of sustainable aviation? Find out more about this innovative project here! https://bit.ly/3u1MS5s
Hyield #Hydrogen #Innovation #SustainableEnergy.
๐ Hyield, backed by 16 partners from across Europe (Spain, France, Luxembourg, Norway, Germany and Switzerland), is preparing to carry out a pioneering project. Can you imagine a new way of harnessing waste to produce hydrogen?
๐ฟ For four years, this European project will implement and evaluate a waste valorization technology at the Cemex cement factory in the Montsiร region.
๐ Yesterday marked the inaugural meeting of Hyield, an ambitious project that seeks to open new perspectives in waste valorization through hydrogen generation. The initiative involves the active participation of experts and partners from various European regions.
๐ Do you want to know more about this innovative project? Participate and find out more details here! Link
Exolum #Hydrogen #UK #Repost.
Spanish company Exolum will lead the construction of a green hydrogen production plant and refueling station in Tees Valley, UK. This ambitious project is part of the Tees Valley hydrogen vehicle ecosystem and has secured ยฃ7 million in grants from the Department for Transport and Innovate UK. The aim is for the entire operation to be completed by 2025.
๐ The plan includes the establishment of a water electrolyzer and hydrogen refueling station at Exolum’s Riverside terminal, strategically located in Stockton-on-Tees. This location close to Middlesbrough and at the junction of the A19 and A66 freeways will facilitate regional distribution.
๐ฟ The electrolyzer will use renewable electricity for the production of green hydrogen. This will supply both the filling station, with a daily capacity of 1.5 tons, and other customers in the region through a “hub and spoke” delivery model.
๐ More details: https://bit.ly/3vIqChJ
FreightTransport #HydrogenInTransport #GreenEnergy #Innovation #EnvironmentalSustainability.
In 2021, the think tank Equilibre des รฉnergies (EdEn) presented a study on the use of hydrogen in road freight transport. More than two years after that report, Jean-Pierre Hauet, chairman of EdEn’s Scientific, Economic, Environmental and Social Committee, shares his impressions on the evolving situation and current challenges in an exclusive interview with H2 Mobile.
๐ Equilibre des รฉnergies, a think tank with a decade of experience, brings together several companies from key sectors for the energy transition. Jean-Pierre Hauet highlights the organization’s constructive approach, aimed at proposing solutions that accelerate the transition to more sustainable forms of energy.
๐ The original study explored the role of hydrogen in road transport. Now, Hauet offers an updated perspective on progress and challenges, while maintaining the balance between the energy transition and the well-being of citizens.
๐ How do you think the development of hydrogen trucks can influence the transition to more sustainable mobility? ๐ค Details: https://bit.ly/3RU2QXm
Bosch #Hydrogen #Technology.
๐ง Bosch is investing heavily in hydrogen technology. In addition to the fuel cell, the company is working on components for a hydrogen combustion engine. This engine is scheduled for launch before the end of 2024.
๐ฟ The commitment to green hydrogen as a future energy source is clear. With the ability to be produced from renewable sources, hydrogen presents itself as a clean and efficient option. Bosch is looking to offer yet another alternative on the market with its hydrogen combustion engine.
๐ The presentation of these components took place at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The focus on vehicle electrification includes both fuel cells and hydrogen combustion engines.
๐ How do you think this Bosch breakthrough will impact the automotive industry and the adoption of hydrogen technologies? ๐คโจ Details: https://bit.ly/3S4VjVO
Bosch #Hydrogen #Technology.
๐ก Bosch is betting big on hydrogen technology. In addition to developing fuel cells, the company is working on the components of a hydrogen combustion engine – scheduled for launch in 2024!
๐ฟ Hydrogen is envisioned as the future green energy source, as it can be produced from solar and wind energy through electrolysis. Its application in engines can be through a fuel cell or directly in a special combustion engine.
๐ง At the recent Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Bosch announced its progress on components for a hydrogen combustion engine, with plans to launch before the end of 2024.
๐ How do you think this breakthrough will impact mobility and sustainability? Share your opinion! ๐คโจ
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3S4VjVO
GreenHydrogen #Investment #RenewableEnergy.
๐ Danish company European Energy has ambitious plans with an investment of approximately โฌ100 million for a hydrogen plant in Roda de Berร , Tarragona. The proposal, part of the Power-to-X project, seeks to generate renewable energy directly at the same location as the gas plant.
โ๏ธ๐ The zero-kilometer concept aims to integrate renewable energy production, including solar and wind farms, together with the hydrogen plant. In addition, a desalination plant is envisaged if necessary.
๐ญ Despite the initial reluctance of the City Council, the initiative has gained support. The developers have already secured the lease of the land for a period of 30 years.
๐ The company is seeking subsidies at both national and European level to support the project, although they assure that the initiative will go ahead regardless of grants.
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/47Djbp1
How do you think this project will impact power generation in the region? ๐คโจ
HydrogenTrains #Abruzzo #SustainableTransport.
๐ The Italian Government has made the decision to stop the controversial hydrogen trains project on the Terni-Rieti-L’Aquila-Sulmona line in Abruzzo, citing “technical impracticality” as the main reason.
๐ Despite interest from international operators and the allocation of funds in the PNRR, the project had faced challenges since October 2022, when funding was questioned. Now, the government considers the technical feasibility of the project to be unsustainable.
๐ฐ Initially funded with โฌ50 million by the 2016 Extraordinary Commissioner for the earthquake, the project had become a sensitive issue amid disputes and implementation difficulties.
๐คทโโ๏ธ What impact do you think this decision will have on the future of sustainable transport in the region? ๐ Details: https://bit.ly/48VxDdi
๐ A study by FGV Energia highlights the crucial role of green hydrogen in the decarbonization of the Brazilian economy. In addition to its contribution to the energy transition, green hydrogen could reduce Brazil’s dependence on imported fertilizers, boosting the country’s industry and agribusiness.
๐ก Green hydrogen is presented as an alternative in the production of ammonia, an essential raw material for fertilizers. The proximity to agribusiness and the ability to produce hydrogen at competitive prices offer a significant opportunity for green ammonia production in decentralized centers.
๐ According to Mdic, more than 87% of the fertilizers consumed in Brazil are imported, generating costly external dependence. The implementation of solutions such as green hydrogen could strengthen the autonomy and sustainability of national production.
๐ How do you think this transition will impact the economy and sustainability in Brazil? ๐ค๐ฟ Details: https://bit.ly/3HmASi6
โ๏ธ #GreenHydrogen #Research #Sustainability #Antarctica
๐ฌ๏ธ A team of Argentine researchers will carry out a pioneering project at Esperanza Base, Antarctica, installing an experimental module for the production of green hydrogen. This system, composed of a wind turbine and solar panels, will take advantage of constant winds and solar radiation to generate sustainable electricity.
๐ง The aim is to power a laboratory and evaluate the potential of green hydrogen as a source of renewable electricity for Argentine bases in the Antarctic region. If successful, it could pave the way for reducing dependence on diesel generators and reducing the environmental footprint in the area.
๐ What do you think about the application of sustainable technologies in such extreme environments? ๐จ๏ธ๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3vGeOMY
๐ง #Hydrogen #Innovation #Sustainability #AutomotiveTechnology.
๐ The strategic alliance between Hyundai, Kia and the Korea Institute of Machinery and Materials has brought to life a 2.0-liter direct-drive engine powered by hydrogen. Although not totally emission-free, it achieves a significant reduction in CO2 emissions of 99% compared to conventional internal combustion engines.
๐ฌ๏ธ This innovation emerges as a promising alternative, paving the way for cleaner and more sustainable mobility. The hydrogen engine offers an efficient and environmentally friendly option.
๐ฃ๏ธ As we move toward a more sustainable transportation future, do you think hydrogen engines can play a key role in the transition? ๐ค๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3u4fQ4C
๐ #Hydrogen #Investment #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #SustainableDevelopment.
๐ The green hydrogen and ammonia production plant in Bembibre will give a strong sustainable boost with an investment exceeding โฌ729 million. Green Capital is leading this project that aims to generate 148,000 tons of ammonia and 26,000 tons of hydrogen annually in the Polรญgono del Bierzo Alto.
๐ผ It is expected to create 54 direct jobs and 150 indirect jobs, with the hiring of 200 workers during the construction phase.
๐ Ammonia will be produced from nitrogen and hydrogen generated at the plant. It will be stored and transported by rail, with a dedicated facility. The green hydrogen not destined for ammonia production will be injected into the gas grid by means of a 3-kilometer hydroduct connected to the Villamaรฑรกn Ponferrada gas pipeline.
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3RXwlHU
๐ก What impact do you think this initiative will have on the local economy and on the transition to cleaner energy? ๐โจ
Canadian scientists have identified a surprising benefit of green hydrogen. During its production, oxygen is generated that could counteract the expansion of “dead zones” in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
Dead zones” are areas with low or no oxygen levels in deep waters, threatening marine life and reducing crucial habitats. This phenomenon, present in places such as the Gulf of Mexico and the Baltic Sea, could find an unexpected solution through oxygen produced during green hydrogen production.
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/4aOWTDE
What do you think about this shocking finding and its potential to revitalize marine ecosystems? ๐ค๐ฟ
A group of scientists from the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) and the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) has achieved a significant breakthrough in the storage and transport of hydrogen with their new process called Hydroformic. This method uses formic acid as a hydrogen carrier, allowing the instantaneous production of clean hydrogen under standard environmental conditions.
The technology, recently patented and detailed in the Journal of Materials Chemistry A, is based on a structured catalyst fabricated using 3D printing technologies.
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3U0t0dt
How do you think this breakthrough will impact the future of hydrogen storage? ๐คโจ
๐ฏ๐ต On Friday, a delegation from Tokyo visited Group E’s innovative green hydrogen production plant in Fribourg, Switzerland. The technology could play a key role in decarbonization, including contributing to the goal of making Tokyo’s port carbon neutral by 2050.
๐ Inaugurated last fall by Groupe E, the plant is attracting worldwide interest. The Japanese delegation expressed their amazement and stated that this is the first time they have seen such a facility.
๐ข With the aim of reducing emissions from shipping, Japan sees this Swiss experience as a model to follow. “We hope to import this experience to our country,” said Akihiro Haneda, director of port facilities in Tokyo.
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3O02eyc
Will this technology be the key to a sustainable future worldwide? ๐๐ What do you think about it? ๐ค
๐ Despite electric vehicles hogging the spotlight at CES in Las Vegas, hydrogen-powered cars also feature prominently in the automotive technology conversation.
๐ Hyundai presented its plans to utilize hydrogen power at this prestigious tech show, highlighting innovations that complement the trend toward cleaner mobility.
๐ก While EVs are the main focus, the presence of hydrogen again highlights the diversity of options for moving towards more sustainable mobility.
๐ฌ What do you think about the presence of hydrogen vehicles at CES 2024? Do you think this renewed push towards hydrogen will have a significant impact on the automotive industry? Share your opinions and perspectives! ๐โ๏ธ
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3tNHiDI Exploring the future of mobility at CES 2024! ๐๐
๐ฟ In Huelva, Andalusia, the largest green methanol plant in Europe and the fifth worldwide will be installed. This ambitious project, led by Cepsa and C2X, marks another milestone for the community in the transition towards more sustainable energies.
๐ The CEO of Cepsa, Maarten Wetselaar, and the CEO of C2X, Brian Davis, together with the President of the Junta, Juanma Moreno, have presented this project that will involve a significant investment and the generation of thousands of jobs in the region.
๐ฑ Andalusia is consolidated as a green reference in Europe, moving towards the future with renewable energies and highlighting the public-private partnership as key to the development of sustainable projects.
๐ฌ What do you think about this important step of Andalusia in the transition towards a greener energy? Share your opinions and comments! ๐ฟ๐
๐ Details: https://bit.ly/3NVjhl5 Andalusia leading the way towards a greener and more sustainable future! ๐ฟ๐
๐ณ๏ธ Japanese engine manufacturer Yanmar has announced that it has begun development of two types of hydrogen-fueled four-stroke engines for use in ships along the coast.
๐ณ๏ธ The first engine will use a biofuel ignition source, allowing the boat to run on a mixture of hydrogen and biogas.
๐ฅ The second engine will run on 100% hydrogen, making it a completely emission-free vessel.
๐ณ๏ธ Yanmar is also developing a hydrogen battery “hybrid” electric vessel. This vessel will use a hydrogen engine to propel itself at low and medium speeds, and a battery to propel itself at higher speeds.
๐ The development of these engines and ships is an important step in the transition to clean fuels in shipping.
๐ณ๏ธ What do you think of this new technology?
Link: https://bit.ly/3tOnuQF
Chinese company Hybot has unveiled a new gaseous hydrogen truck that promises to revolutionize freight transport!
The Hybot H49 stands out for its 1,000-kilometer range, which is achieved thanks to a consumption of only 8 kg of hydrogen every 100 kilometers.
This figure is a 20% improvement over other hydrogen gas trucks, making it the most efficient model on the market.
The Hybot H49 also has other innovative features, such as a shower system powered by the water generated by the fuel cell.
The company expects to begin first deliveries in 2024 and mass production in 2025.
What do you think of this new technology?
Link to the news item: https://bit.ly/3NVwMkH
It’s the year of hydrogen! ๐
The Spanish gas system manager wants to reinforce the interest of its main shareholders, Amancio Ortega and Blackrock, in this technology.
To this end, Enagรกs is preparing a big event ๐.
The II Hydrogen Day, to be held in late January.
This event will be an opportunity to present the evolution of hydrogen technology and the business opportunities it offers.
Enagรกs has already received more than 200 expressions of interest ๐ from companies that want to partner in hydrogen projects.
However, there are still doubts about the real demand for this technology.
Production and infrastructure development costs are two of the main obstacles ๐ถ.
Enagรกs needs to convince its investors that hydrogen is a profitable bet ๐.
Next January 31, the company will present the results of the ‘Call for Interest’ process it launched in September and an update on its proposal to develop the Spanish Hydrogen Backbone Network.
What do you think about the future of hydrogen? ๐ค
Link: https://bit.ly/48IlJmU
According to the company, the test proves that the hydrogen HiAce is a viable alternative and with the right supply and distribution.
๐ฏ The test was conducted under real-world conditions and involved replacing one of the vans of CPB Contractors, one of Australia’s largest builders, with Toyota’s HiAce.
๐ฌ The information provided by CPB Contractors will be used to support the future development of vehicles powered by hydrogen internal combustion engines.
What do you think of this breakthrough in sustainable mobility?
Link to the news: https://bit.ly/48IUgS0
Team Throttle Monster has created the first hydrogen-powered Monster Truck, presenting a sustainable alternative with an impressive 1000hp. This project, unveiled at SEMA, highlights the potential of hydrogen in the automotive arena. What do you think of this combination of performance and sustainability in a Monster Truck? ๐๐จ
๐ Details: bit.ly/41KBNCk Innovation in action for a greener, more exciting future! ๐ฟ๐
Hydrogen #Ethanol #Sugarcane #Bike #Engineer #India
176% year-on-year increase
๐ฌ Vikrant Subhash Pawar, a young Indian engineer, has designed a motorbike that runs on a combination of hydrogen and ethanol obtained from water and sugarcane.
The bike’s fuel consists of 50 per cent hydrogen and 50 per cent ethanol. The hydrogen is produced by electrolysis of water, and the ethanol is obtained by fermentation of sugar cane juice.
๐ The bike has a top speed of 70 km/h and a range of 50 km per litre of fuel.
Pawar’s project has been selected as a finalist in the James Dyson Award, an international design competition.
What do you think of this ingenious bike?
๐ Link to the news: https://bit.ly/3tEteMH:
Comment and share!
hydrogen #Sinopec #ShanghaiPetroleum #vehicles #ZeroEmission #vehicles
๐จ 176% year-on-year increase ๐จ
๐ฌ Sinopec Shanghai Petroleum, a subsidiary of Sinopec, has supplied more than 1,000 tonnes of hydrogen to vehicles in the past four years.
๐ฌ Sinopec Shanghai Petroleum’s clean hydrogen is a by-product of olefin cracking in refineries.
๐ฌ๐จ This type of hydrogen can achieve low-carbon and environmentally friendly targets throughout the production, transportation, storage, filling and consumption process.
What do you think of this breakthrough in the production and use of clean hydrogen?
Link to the news: https://bit.ly/3NQawbI
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๐ Italy receives fourth PNRR tranche: โฌ16.5 billion for green hydrogen ๐.
๐ Brussels approves the fourth tranche of Italy’s โฌ16.5 billion Recovery and Resilience Plan. These funds will be earmarked for a range of investments, including the following related to green hydrogen:
๐ฆพ Development of electrolysers.
๐ญ Green hydrogen production.
โฝ๏ธ Infrastructure for hydrogen transport and storage.
๐ฎ๐น These investments are key to the development of the green hydrogen supply chain in Italy. The country has great potential to become a European leader in this sector, as it has abundant renewable resources and a well-developed energy industry.
What do you think of Italy’s investment in green hydrogen and do you think it is a good strategy for the energy transition?
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Revo Zero presents its “Energy” prototype, a spacious and efficient MPV with SUV influences. What do you think of this approach to hydrogen mobility? Share your thoughts on the future of sustainable vehicles. ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/4aAm9xg Towards a cleaner and more efficient mobility horizon! ๐๐
H2 Energy Europe is moving forward with its 20 MW project at Milford Haven Harbour, backed by UK government funding. How do you think this initiative will contribute to the drive for green hydrogen in the region and beyond? Share your perspectives. ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/4aylTz1 Towards a cleaner, more sustainable future with green hydrogen! ๐๐
The WBCSD report points out the importance of stimulating demand to drive green hydrogen projects. What do you think are the main obstacles and how can they be overcome? Share your vision on the role of hydrogen in the energy transition. ๐๐ฟ
๐ Details: bit.ly/41FdvK7 Making green hydrogen a more attractive option for a sustainable future! ๐๐
The company EDP and Furnas receive the first certificates for the production of 1,025 kg of green hydrogen in Brazil, meeting international standards. The generation was carried out using solar and hydraulic energy, highlighting the commitment to sustainability. How do you see the role of green hydrogen in the Brazilian energy matrix? Share your perspective! ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/3vbL7D3 Brazil is moving towards a greener and more sustainable energy future! ๐๐
Paranรก is moving forward in the diversification of its energy matrix, with the aim of launching renewable hydrogen production in the future. This promises benefits such as clean energy, reduced emissions and greater energy availability. How do you see the role of hydrogen in the transition to more sustainable sources? Share your views! ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/3GWiCMr Towards a more sustainable and energy diverse Paranรก! ๐ฟ๐
Researchers at Sweden’s Lund University are developing a cyclic fuel system for vehicles, using a liquid and solid catalyst. This approach, still under research, aims to minimise greenhouse gas emissions. What are your thoughts on future hydrogen applications in mobility? Share your perspective! ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/3tHZWN8 Driving sustainability in driving! ๐๐ฑ
๐ Anglo American, Colbรบn and Reborn Electric Motors, backed by Corfo, join forces to manufacture the first fully Chilean hydrogen bus. The project covers all phases, from design to commercial validation, driving innovation and decarbonisation of transport.
๐ฌ How do you think this project will impact sustainable mobility in Chile? What importance do you see in the local manufacturing of hydrogen vehicles? Share your opinions! ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/3GWhcBB A firm step towards the green future of transport! ๐๐
๐ง PKP Intercity, in tender for 35 hybrid trains, considers conversion to hydrogen propulsion in the future. The trains, initially diesel-electric, could be adapted to hydrogen technology when it becomes popular. A vision towards versatility and sustainability in rail transport.
๐ฌ What do you think about adapting hybrid trains to hydrogen propulsion? Do you think it is a key step towards sustainability in rail transport? Share your thoughts! ๐๐
๐ Details: bit.ly/3RF1waF Transforming rail mobility towards the green future! ๐ค๏ธ๐ฑ