🌍 How Matteco is transforming green hydrogen production with non-precious metals?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Matteco #Electrolysis #Electrolyzers #Innovation #RenewableEnergy #Chemistry #Spain.

🔬 Gonzalo Abellán, co-founder of Matteco, has managed to lower the cost of green hydrogen production by 20%, a crucial breakthrough for sustainability. Matteco uses non-precious metals, such as nickel, iron and cobalt, in its electrolyzers, optimizing water electrolysis through technological innovations dating back to the 19th century.

🔋 This breakthrough not only demonstrates the potential of non-precious metals in the production of green hydrogen, but also highlights the importance of research and collaboration between academia and industry. Gonzalo Abellán, initially focused on the synthesis of magnetic materials in his doctoral thesis at the University of Valencia, has transformed a promising laboratory idea into a leading company in the energy sector.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what other innovative applications could arise from the use of non-precious metals in sustainable technologies? How can industry leverage these advances to accelerate the transition to clean energy? Share your ideas and comments!

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🌍 How is YPFB driving the transition to green hydrogen in Bolivia?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #YPFB #EntreRíos #RíoGrande #Warnes #VillaMontes #Decarbonization #EnergyTransition #SantaCruz.

🚀 Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales Bolivianos (YPFB) has proposed to develop four green hydrogen (H2V) projects in the regions of Entre Ríos, Río Grande, Warnes and Villa Montes. These initiatives, still in the study phase, are scheduled for implementation in 2025, and seek to take advantage of local conditions, resource availability and infrastructure.

⚡ With the publication of the roadmap, YPFB advances in the visualization and planning of these projects, with study results expected by the third quarter of 2025. At the International Forum on Hydrocarbons, Fertilizers, Renewable and Alternative Energies, Jorge Ríos Urquidi, YPFB’s Director of Project Evaluation and Control, highlighted the potential areas to implement hydrogen plants, underlining the immense potential for the development of this industry in Bolivia.

🤔 Let’s reflect: What impact do you think these projects will have on Bolivia’s energy transition and what challenges will they have to overcome? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fJmGz7

🌍 How is the U.S. Department of Energy pushing clean hydrogen hubs?

🔑 #CleanHydrogen #DOE #GulfCoastH2Hub #MidwestH2Hub #HyVelocity #MachH2 #EnergyTransition #BipartisanInfrastructure.

🚀 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced award commitments of up to $2.2 billion for two regional clean hydrogen hubs (H2Hubs), the Gulf Coast H2Hub and the Midwest H2Hub. These initiatives are part of DOE’s H2Hubs program, created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act to foster a national network of clean hydrogen production, consumption and infrastructure.

⚡ DOE is committing up to $1.2 billion for the Gulf Coast Hydrogen Hub, led by HyVelocity (HyV), and up to $1 billion for the Midwest Hydrogen Hub, led by the Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen LLC (MachH2). These H2Hubs are in addition to three previously awarded centers, seeking to reduce harmful emissions from sectors such as chemical processing, industrial and heavy transportation, while creating new economic opportunities.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how will these clean hydrogen hubs impact the energy transition and what challenges will they face in their implementation? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4eRqb5w

🌍 How spin-driven chiral crystals are revolutionizing clean hydrogen production?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #ChiralCrystals #CleanProduction #QuantumMechanics #TechnologicalInnovation #MaxPlanckInstitute #Silicon #Bismuth.

🔬 An international team of researchers has discovered a revolutionary approach to generate clean hydrogen energy using topological chiral crystals. These crystals possess unique atomic structures that enable efficient electron spin manipulation, drastically improving the water splitting process for hydrogen production. This breakthrough could outperform traditional materials in efficiency by as much as a factor of 200.

⚙️ Composed of rhodium, silicon, tin and bismuth, chiral crystals enable more efficient electron transfer, accelerating the overall chemical reaction. This discovery underscores the potential of chiral crystals as catalysts in green hydrogen production, offering a sustainable and efficient alternative for future energy. Dr. Xia Wang and Prof. Binghai Yan of the Max Planck Institute emphasize that although current catalysts contain rare elements, the innovative design promises to find more sustainable solutions.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think these advances in electron spin manipulation could impact other clean energy production technologies? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/498el5M

🌍 Can defect engineering in NiPS3 monolayers revolutionize hydrogen evolution?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #DefectEngineering #Catalysts #NiPS3 #Monolayer #HER #SustainableDevelopment #ScientificResearch.

🔬 A new study investigates how defect engineering can enhance the catalytic activity of two-dimensional NiPS3 monolayers for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). The researchers explored different types of vacancies in the basal plane of the monolayer, finding that co-formation of vacancies at the nickel (Ni) and sulfur (S) sites is the most effective in improving catalytic performance. This process involves the dissociative adsorption of a water molecule and subsequent electrochemical adsorption of the dissociated proton, highlighting the importance of physisorption of water molecules at the vacancy sites.

⚙️ The findings reveal that the di-vacancy NiS configuration with low activation energy barriers significantly improves catalytic performance, making controlled defect engineering a promising approach to increase the efficiency of transition metal phosphorus chalcogenide catalysts. This breakthrough underscores the potential of NiPS3 monolayer in green hydrogen applications and its impact on energy sustainability.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think these advances in defect engineering could impact green hydrogen production and what other materials could benefit from this approach? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Zo6aPu

🌍 What are the critical hydrogen leakage challenges according to the OIES report?

🔑 #HydrogenLeaks #ClimateChange #TroposphericOzone #HydroxylRadicals #MethaneDecomposition #Estratosphere #UrbanContamination #EnergyTransition.

🔬 Hydrogen leaks present significant challenges for the environment. According to the OIES report, hydrogen competes with methane for hydroxyl radicals (OH), prolonging the atmospheric lifetime of methane and amplifying its climate impact. In addition, by reacting with nitrogen oxides (NOₓ), hydrogen contributes to the formation of tropospheric ozone, a harmful pollutant in urban areas. When hydrogen reaches the stratosphere, it can increase the concentration of water vapor, exacerbating the destruction of the ozone layer and exposing the Earth to harmful UV rays.

⚡ This report underscores the need to address these challenges to ensure a sustainable energy transition. Solutions must include clear and strict regulations on hydrogen handling, as well as technological innovations to minimize leakage and mitigate its environmental effects.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think we can overcome the challenges related to hydrogen leakage and what measures should be implemented to protect the environment? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CJujHj

🌍 Can HydroGreen Energy lead the energy transition in the Region of Murcia?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #HydroGreenEnergy #UPCT #RenewableEnergies #Electrolysis #FuelStack #Decarbonization #Spain.

🚀 The spin-off HydroGreen Energy, born at the Polytechnic University of Cartagena (UPCT), is leading pioneering projects in the production and storage of green hydrogen. Founded by professor José Javier López Cascales, the company stands out for its unique gas diffusion layer (GDL) technology, developed and patented in Spain.

🔋 HydroGreen Energy focuses on addressing the variability of renewable energies through electrolysis and hydrogen fuel cell technology. This approach allows energy to be stored efficiently and used as needed, contributing to decarbonization and pollution reduction. One of its most important milestones is the development of the first 1 kW open cathode hydrogen fuel cell manufactured in Spain, designed for stationary applications and offering a sustainable alternative to traditional generators.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this innovation will impact the energy transition and what other regions could benefit from similar technologies? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Z9uFOZ

🌍 How is IVECO BUS revolutionizing urban transport with hydrogen in France?

🔑 #HydrogenGreen #IVECOBUS #GX337H2 #ZeroEmissions #RATPDev #LaRocheSurYon #EWAYH2 #SustainableTransport.

🚍 The GX 337 H2 hydrogen bus from IVECO BUS continues to make headway in the French zero-emission bus market. RATP Dev, which manages the La Roche-sur-Yon urban transport network through Compagnie des transports du Yonnais (CTY), has confirmed an order for two GX 337 H2 buses. Internationally, this model is marketed as E-WAY H2.

🚌 Following orders for the Cannes, Lérins and Lorient conurbations, IVECO BUS has won a new contract for the supply of its GX 337 H2 model. Two buses will join the “impulsyon” urban transport network, a forerunner in the adoption of green energies, including hydrogen, in the second half of 2025. Giorgio Zino, IVECO BUS Europe, expressed pride in contributing to the energy transition of transport in La Roche-sur-Yon with an efficient and effective zero-emission mobility solution.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what impact do you think hydrogen buses will have on urban mobility and how can other cities follow this example? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4i8W4td

🌍 What were the highlights of the Hydrogen Transition Summit at COP29?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #COP29 #Decarbonization #Uniper #Australia #Emerson #SustainableInvestment #EnergyTransition.

💼 The Hydrogen Transition Summit, held in its fifth edition at COP29, is the largest and longest running hydrogen event at COP. It brought together more than 500 key players in the hydrogen value chain, including policy makers, investors, hydrogen producers and buyers, technology innovators and project developers, all with the common goal of boosting hydrogen markets and supporting the global transition to a low-carbon economy.

🗣️ The first panel entitled “The Role of the Private Sector in Supporting Informed and Ambitious Policies” featured Christian Stuckmann of Uniper, Kristin Tilley of the Australian Government, Leslie Labruto of the Environmental Defense Fund and Mike Train of Emerson. Panelists highlighted the need for customer-centric hydrogen solutions, clear regulation to enable investment, and government funding to overcome production cost gaps. Currently, a lack of demand and market mechanisms deters private investment, adding to the complexity of regulations and associated risks.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how can informed policies and private sector collaboration boost the hydrogen market? What other steps are needed to overcome current barriers? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3OqoGjL

🌍 Can green hydrogen decarbonize entire industries in New Zealand?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Decarbonization #NewZealand #RenewableEnergy #Electrolyzers #MaritimeTransport #Fertilizer #Methanol.

🚀 Demand for green hydrogen in New Zealand could reach 2.8 Mt/year if applied in all viable applications. Prioritizing its use in fertilizers and methanol, considered “unavoidable” for decarbonization, would account for 0.2 Mt/year. In addition, sectors such as shipping, jet fuel, steel production and grid storage could add another 0.7 MT/year.

⚡ To produce 1 MT/yr of green hydrogen, New Zealand would need to triple the installed capacity of renewable energy plants and build 10 GW of electrolyzers. This requires significant effort in investment and infrastructure development, but promises crucial progress towards a more sustainable economy.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how will green hydrogen impact the decarbonization of various industries and what challenges do you see in its implementation? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4eLP1na

🌍 How is PlasmaLeap revolutionizing ammonia production and reducing costs in Australia?

🔑 #GreenAmmonia #PlasmaLeap #HaberBosch #Innovation #Australia #Fertilizer #CircularEconomy #RenewableEnergy.

🚀 Tech startup PlasmaLeap, which recently raised $2.9 million to commercialize its ammonia production method, claims it could save Australian farmers $400 million a year. Its innovative method uses renewable electricity, air and water, and has achieved an economically competitive output of 20 kilowatt-hours per kilogram of green ammonia, challenging the traditional Haber-Bosch process.

🔋 This breakthrough not only promises significant savings in fertilizer costs, but also contributes to sustainability and the circular economy in Australia. With the potential to reduce a tenth of the country’s annual fertilizer cost, PlasmaLeap is leading a revolution in the industry, offering a cleaner and more efficient alternative.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what impact do you think this innovation will have on agriculture and the sustainable economy? What other sectors could benefit from similar technologies? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Z5D5XB

🌍 How can a multigeneration system revolutionize hydrogen and formic acid production?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Multigeneration #CircularEconomy #Gasification #Biomass #Exergy #AspenPlus #Alberta.

🔬 In recent years, interest in the development of multigeneration processes has increased due to the growing demand for cleaner energy production and efforts to transition to a circular economy. This innovative green hydrogen and formic acid multigeneration system integrates coal- and biomass-fueled gasification, chemical looping combustion, natural gas reforming, and electrochemical CO2 reduction. Using Aspen Plus software, 3E (energy, exergy and economics) analysis models are built to assess the thermodynamic performance and economic viability of the system.

⚙️ The results show an energy efficiency of 67.98% and an exergy efficiency of 62.69%. The system generates 672.13 kg H2 and 3916.26 kg HCOOH per hour, with an input-output efficiency of 74.89%. The economic values of LCOH and LCOFA are $2.37/kg and $0.407/kg, respectively, being sensitive to the variation of the market price of the electrolyzer. These results provide strategies to improve resource utilization and increase feed flexibility in integrated processes.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this multi-generational system will impact green hydrogen production and the circular economy? What other innovations do you see on the horizon? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4i6zpxC

🌍 How are ATCO EnPower and CPKC transforming locomotive refueling with hydrogen?

🔑 #HydrogenGreen #HydrogenLocomotives #ATCOEnPower #CPKC #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #Calgary #Alberta.

🚆 ATCO EnPower and CPKC have completed construction of two hydrogen production and refueling stations in Alberta to support hydrogen locomotives. Each facility includes a 1 MW electrolyzer, compression, storage and distribution systems, and in Calgary, the electrolyzer is partially powered by renewable electricity from a 5 MW CPKC solar plant.

⚙️ ATCO EnPower has provided engineering, procurement and construction services for these stations and will operate these facilities. The two new stations will serve as a model for future projects across the country. With operations in Canada and Mexico, ATCO EnPower is leading the energy transition with innovative solutions including renewable energy, carbon capture and storage, hydrogen and derivatives, and energy storage.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think these new stations will impact the rail industry and what other sectors could benefit from these innovations? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CJT3ze

🌍 Can green hydrogen transform the ceramic industry?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #H2frit #Esmalglass #bp #ITCAICE #MetallicCarbides #ANFFECC #Decarbonization #Ceramics.

🔥 The first tests of the H2frit pilot project, introducing up to 20% hydrogen into the frit furnace, have yielded promising results. This project, led by the National Association of Manufacturers of Frits, Glazes and Ceramic Colors (ANFFECC), and accompanied by Esmalglass, bp, ITC-AICE and Carburos Metálicos (Air Products Group), is aimed at decarbonizing the ceramic sector.

🧪 The introduction of green hydrogen in kilns has proven to be viable, improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions. After months of planning and technological adaptation, progressive H2 tests were carried out, starting with 0% and increasing to 100%, with satisfactory results at each stage. This breakthrough is not only a step towards sustainability in the production of ceramic frits, but also a sign of the sector’s commitment to innovation and the environment.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think the adoption of green hydrogen can impact other industries? What challenges and opportunities do you see in this transition to cleaner energies? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CCQj6H

🌍 How is sustainable hydrogen energy transforming the world?

🔑 #SustainableHydrogen #HydrogenProduction #Storage #Transportation #FuelCells #Decarbonization #Innovation #Infrastructure.

🌱 The review of sustainable hydrogen energy processes analyzes the color classification of hydrogen production pathways, derived from both renewable and non-renewable sources, and examines their emissions profiles. The classification includes blue, turquoise and green hydrogen, all with different emissions profiles and production methods.

⚡ This study highlights the need for a robust infrastructure to ensure the effective integration of hydrogen into the energy system. Traditional hydrogen production methods, such as coal gasification and steam methane reforming (SMR), contribute significantly to air pollution. While blue hydrogen, which uses carbon capture and storage (CCS), offers reduced emissions, turquoise and green hydrogen, produced by methane pyrolysis and water electrolysis, present cleaner alternatives.

🚀 In terms of storage, metal and complex hydrides emerge as cost-effective options, while compressed hydrogen is suitable for large-scale storage. Liquefied and cryocompressed hydrogen, although more expensive, is viable for applications requiring high energy density. For transportation, pipelines are preferred for long distances because of their cost-effectiveness, and cryogenic liquid hydrogen tankers for short distances, despite higher costs.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what role do you think hydrogen will play in the global energy transition and what challenges and opportunities do you see in its integration? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fxSoiU

🌍 Can iron electrocatalysis transform plastics recycling and hydrogen production?

🔑 #PlasticsRecycling #Electrocatalysis #GreenHydrogen #Sustainability #ChemicalIndustry #Innovation #Germany #Göttingen.

🧪 A team led by Lutz Ackermann at the Friedrich Wöhler Research Institute for Sustainable Chemistry in Göttingen (Germany) has developed an electrocatalytic method for the efficient degradation of polystyrenes. This process produces monomeric benzoyl products and some short polymer chains that can be used as starting materials for chemical processes.

⚙️ The key to this success is a powerful iron-based catalyst that is non-toxic, inexpensive and easy to obtain. During the electrocatalytic reaction, the iron compound undergoes different oxidation stages, resulting in the cleavage of the carbon-carbon bonds in the polymer chain, producing benzoic acid and benzaldehyde. This process, powered by electricity from solar panels, also produces hydrogen as a byproduct, combining efficient plastic recycling with green hydrogen production.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this technology will impact plastics recycling and hydrogen production? What other benefits could it bring to the environment and the chemical industry? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fxRnY8

🌍 Can the new 5kW electrolyzer revolutionize the steel industry?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Electrolyzer #SteelIndustry #Decarbonization #Celsa #IREC #TechnologiesGathered #Hymet #Baku.

⚡ A Spanish consortium has developed a 5kW electrolyzer that produces green hydrogen to valorize waste from the steel industry. This project, Hymet, driven by Celsa and IREC together with several companies and technology centers, has explored the applications of SOEC technology to take advantage of waste heat and steam from industrial facilities.

Anna Casals, from Celsa, highlighted that Hymet has validated the usefulness of this technology to valorize scale, a by-product rich in iron oxide, with minimum climate impact. This high-temperature electrolyzer reduces water vapor to hydrogen using renewable electricity. The SOEC technology has shown significant progress and is at a sufficient level of maturity to be scaled up, according to IREC’s Marc Torrell.

🤔 Let’s reflect: How do you think this technological breakthrough will impact decarbonization in the steel industry? What other sectors could benefit from this innovation? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YSPX3j

🌍 How Toyota is reinventing the use of hydrogen in mobility?

🔑 #LiquidHydrogen #TechnologicalInnovation #SustainableMobility #ZeroEmissions #EnergyEfficiency.

🚀 Toyota is seeking partners to develop an innovative technology that harnesses the boil-off gas generated while driving the H2 ICE concept that runs on liquid hydrogen. This technological breakthrough promises not only efficiency, but also sustainability by converting the evaporated gas into reusable fuel.

🔋 Liquid hydrogen has a higher density than gaseous hydrogen, allowing more hydrogen to be stored in a tank of the same capacity. However, its evaporation problem has been a constant challenge. Toyota has developed a self-pressurizer that uses the pressure of the gas released by boiling to increase pressure and produce reusable fuel without using additional energy. This process reduces the need for electricity, increasing the efficiency and sustainability of the engine.

🏎️ At the ENEOS Super Taikyu Series 2024 event, Toyota will present the GR Corolla H2 Concept, demonstrating the potential of this technology and seeking collaboration for its development. This innovation could transform the automotive industry, providing clean and efficient solutions for future mobility.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this technology will impact the automotive industry and what other advances could we see in the use of hydrogen? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YStun6

🌍 Is Tanguan’s hydrogen engine the future of sustainable mobility?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #SustainableMobility #HighTech #ZeroEmissions #Innovation.

🚀 At the recent Tanguan High-Tech Fair, a revolutionary hydrogen engine that promises to change the landscape of sustainable mobility was unveiled. This engine, with a hydrogenation capacity of 10 kg and a range of 500 km, offers zero carbon emissions, marking a significant breakthrough in green vehicle technology.

🔋 This innovative engine stands out not only for its energy efficiency, but also for its potential to reduce the carbon footprint in the transportation sector. The ability to travel long distances on a single hydrogen charge positions it as a viable and sustainable alternative to traditional internal combustion engines.

🤔 Let’s reflect: How do you think this technology will impact the transportation industry and what challenges and opportunities do you see in the mass adoption of hydrogen engines? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/48X4EqH

🌍 How does global trade in renewable hydrogen impact the energy transition?

🔑 #RenewableHydrogen #EnergyTransition #Infrastructure #InternationalCollaboration #Decarbonization.

🌐 A joint IRENA and WTO report highlights the need for strategies to promote renewable hydrogen and its derivatives, vital to decarbonize hard-to-reduce sectors. This report underscores the importance of infrastructure, policies and international collaboration to enable global trade.

📊 According to the report, entitled “Enabling Global Trade in Renewable Hydrogen and Derivatives,” renewable hydrogen and its derivatives, such as ammonia, methanol and electronic kerosene, play an essential role in accelerating the energy transition. Collaboration between nations is crucial to build a network of infrastructure and policies to facilitate this global trade.

🤔 Let’s reflect: What role do you think renewable hydrogen will play in the global energy transition? How can international policies encourage this trade? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3ZcjMx4

🌍 How will the ‘Green Hydrogen Valley’ impact the municipalities of El Condado?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #AgrivoltaicInnovation #RuralSustainability #RenewableEnergy #EconomicDevelopment.

💡 The subdelegate of the Government of Spain in Jaén, Manuel Fernández, has presented the pilot project of agrivoltaic innovation compatible with the traditional olive grove, within the framework of the ‘Green Hydrogen Valley’. This project, which is being developed in the experimental farm of Navas de San Juan, will benefit the eight municipalities of the region of El Condado, thanks to a grant from the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge that will provide 90% funding.

🌱 This effort seeks to bet on innovation in the rural world and benefit the regions of El Condado, Sierra Mágina and Montes Orientales, promoting their social and economic development and generating new opportunities for citizens. Specifically, the demonstrative agrivoltaic project will be implemented in Vilches, Arquillos, Chiclana de Segura, Navas de San Juan, Sorihuela del Guadalimar, Montizón, Castellar and Santisteban del Puerto.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what impact will this initiative have on the sustainability and economic development of these regions? How can other municipalities replicate this model of agrivoltaic innovation? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3AVPPb9

🌍 Is renewable methanol the key to a sustainable future?

🔑 #RenewableMethanol #EnergyTransition #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #EnvironmentalRegulations.

🔬 A plant with a production capacity of 80,000 tons per year of renewable methanol may require an investment of between 70 and 100 million euros, not counting the costs of hydrogen production and CO₂ capture. Methanol is gaining prominence in the transition to a more sustainable future, especially in shipping and the production of sustainable plastics for the pharmaceutical and toy industry.

🚢 With increasing environmental regulations and the need to reduce CO₂ emissions, e-methanol presents itself as a viable alternative to fossil fuels and feedstocks. Produced from hydrogen generated with renewable electricity and captured CO₂, renewable methanol has already found its way into projects such as European Energy in Denmark, where LEGO, Novo Nordisk and Maersk have agreed to purchase it for various sustainable applications.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think renewable methanol will impact the future of energy and sustainability? What other advances could we expect in this area? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fqblnD

🌍 Can hydrogen from organic waste be the energy solution of the future?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #DarkFermentation #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CircularEconomy.

♻️ Researchers at the University of York, in collaboration with the University of Leeds and funded by the government’s Net Zero Innovation Portfolio, have developed an innovative method to produce clean hydrogen from organic waste using dark fermentation. This process converts pre-treated organic waste into biohydrogen, capturing and reusing all by-products.

🔬 The system not only generates additional energy through anaerobic digestion, but also employs algae and bacteria to capture carbon emissions, ensuring that virtually nothing is wasted. This approach promises sustainable energy solutions on a large scale, removing CO2 while producing hydrogen.

🤔 Let’s reflect: what impact do you think this technology will have on the transition to a more sustainable economy? How could other sectors benefit from this innovation? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Z8c8E5

🌍 How will the partnership between HiiROC and Siemens Power revolutionize hydrogen production?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #PlasmaElectrolysis #TechnologicalInnovation #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy.

⚡ HiiROC and Siemens Power have joined forces to produce hydrogen on-site using a revolutionary technology: thermal plasma electrolysis (TPE). Unlike conventional methods, TPE uses patented plasma torches to break down gaseous hydrocarbons into hydrogen and solid carbon, without emitting carbon dioxide. This approach operates at higher pressures and efficiency levels, providing a continuous flow rather than traditional batch production.

🔬 TPE not only drastically reduces energy consumption compared to water electrolysis, but also produces clean carbon black, a valuable byproduct that can replace more polluting production methods in several industries. This technology promises a significant impact on the transition to a clean and sustainable energy economy.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this technology will change the hydrogen production landscape and what other benefits could it bring? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CBGCoR

🌍 Did you know that a PdCu catalyst can revolutionize hydrogen production?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Electrooxidation #Catalysts #RenewableEnergy #Innovation.

🔬 A self-reactivated PdCu catalyst has been shown to be effective for the electrooxidation of aldehydes, producing anodic hydrogen at low potential (~0 V RHE). This technology allows hydrogen production with less than one tenth of the energy consumption required for water splitting, overcoming the limitations of Cu catalysts that undergo oxidative deactivation.

📊 Using in situ Raman spectroscopy and X-ray absorption techniques, the researchers have elucidated the deactivation and reactivation cycle of the Cu electrocatalyst, significantly improving its stability. The Pd component accelerates the non-electrochemical reduction rate, optimizing the performance of the catalyst.

🔋 In addition, a bipolar hydrogen production device has been developed using this electrocatalyst, capable of delivering a current of 400 mA cm-² at 0.42 V and operating continuously for 120 hours. This breakthrough provides a roadmap for improving the stability of Cu-based electrocatalysts in hydrogen production systems.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this innovation will impact green hydrogen production? What other advances could we expect in the field of catalysts? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Cqxt2J

🌍 How to turn waste into energy? The promise of hydrogen from sewage sludge.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Gasification #RenewableEnergy #RenewableEnergy #CircularEconomy #Sustainability

♻️ Turning waste into energy is a promising opportunity. Sewage sludge gasification not only helps to manage an environmental problem, but also contributes to the energy transition. Our study analysed the impact of moisture content on the production of syngas from sewage sludge, finding that higher moisture content can increase hydrogen production.

🔬 Using a rotating fluidised bed reactor, we found that water acts as a gasifying agent, promoting hydrogen formation. However, it is crucial to find the right balance, as excess moisture can dilute the syngas and reduce its calorific value. Optimising the drying process is essential to maximise hydrogen production without compromising gas quality.

💡 In addition to hydrogen, the syngas produced may contain other valuable components such as methane and carbon monoxide, used to generate electricity or produce other chemicals. This technology not only contributes to the circular economy, but also reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

Let’s think about it: How can waste gasification impact hydrogen production and what other benefits could it bring? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fHAnyq

🌍 How will Jordan’s new electricity law boost green hydrogen?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #Innovation #APP.

💡 Jordan has approved a new electricity law that includes incentives for investment in energy storage and green hydrogen projects under the public-private partnership (PPP) model. This initiative will allow investors to establish power generation and distribution systems independent of the public grid.

🚀 The Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources highlights that one of the main features of this law is to incentivize investment in green hydrogen, promoting the creation of innovative and sustainable projects. This measure will not only favor the development of green hydrogen, but will also attract new business opportunities to the country.

🤔 Let’s reflect: What impact will this law have on Jordan’s energy transition? How will it influence the growth of the green hydrogen industry in the region? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4ejwnms

🌍 Did you know that Gold Hydrogen is expanding its exploration network in Australia?

🔑 #GoldHydrogen #GreenHydrogen #EnergyExploration #SustainableInnovation #Australia #PetroleumLicensing.

🚀 Gold Hydrogen Ltd (ASX:GHY) has taken a significant step in expanding its exploration presence in South Australia with a new petroleum license, PELA 792. This application adds approximately 1,900 square kilometers, bringing the total exploration acreage to 77,292 square kilometers.

🔬 The license is divided into three distinct areas: an eastern portion adjacent to PELA 688 and two western sections on the Eyre Peninsula near the South Australian Government’s planned hydrogen energy facilities. Gold Hydrogen is moving forward with native title agreements to move PELA 792 towards granted tenement status, underscoring its commitment to sustainable expansion.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how will this expansion impact the green hydrogen industry and energy exploration in Australia? What other developments can we expect in the sector? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YILXlN

🚛 Do you know the new Irizar urban electric truck with hydrogen fuel cell?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #SustainableMobility #Innovation #SmartCities #RenewableEnergy.

🌍 Coinciding with the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona, Spanish manufacturer Irizar and FCC Medio Ambiente have presented the first platform with cab for 100% electric heavy vehicles, designed specifically for urban services and developed entirely in Spain. This innovative hybrid system combines a hydrogen fuel cell with a lithium-ion battery pack, allowing the vehicle to be propelled efficiently.

🔧 Although not all technical details have been disclosed, tests of the initial prototype have shown significant advantages, such as reducing the vehicle’s weight thanks to the use of a more compact battery pack, improving its efficiency and payload capacity.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this hydrogen fuel cell electric truck will impact the future of urban mobility? What other advances could we expect in the heavy-duty vehicle sector? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fmUhi8

🌍 Is the green hydrogen industry held back by environmental red tape?

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Decarbonization #SustainableInnovation #RenewableEnergy #GreenJobs.

💡 The green hydrogen industry is stumbling over environmental paperwork, according to Isaías Vicente, technical and development director of environmental consultancy Opera Green. Vicente urges administrations to speed up deadlines to avoid losing projects that tire of bureaucracy.

🔬 This industry, which includes green hydrogen and its derivatives such as ammonia and ethanol, expects to generate 180,000 new jobs by 2040. However, to adapt to the new market needs, specific skills are required. According to Javier Blasco, director of The Adecco Institute, at a conference on green employment organized by Opera Green, the arrival of this green industry could create up to 2.5 million jobs in Europe. “Green hydrogen can equal solar and wind power in jobs,” he highlighted.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how can we overcome bureaucratic barriers to accelerate the growth of green hydrogen? What impact would this have on employment and sustainability in Europe? Share your ideas in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CwgTOE

🌍 Did you know that demand for hydrogen in mobility is up 59% through September in Korea?

🔑 #Hydrogen #SustainableMobility #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Growth.

🚀 Demand for hydrogen in #SouthKorea’s mobility sector rose 59% year-on-year between January and September, according to data from the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. Combined consumption reached 6,389 tons, up from 4,016 tons a year earlier.

💡 This significant increase is due to the growing number of hydrogen buses in the country, allowing more people to experience hydrogen products in their daily lives. “Amid the growing number of hydrogen buses in the country, opportunities for people to experience hydrogen products in daily life are increasing,” commented Vice Minister for Energy Policy Lee Ho-hyeon.

🤔 Let’s reflect: How do you think this increase in demand for hydrogen in mobility will impact the future of sustainable transportation? What other innovations can we expect in this sector? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YCRYjY

🌟 European Energy joins the green hydrogen race with a new plant in Denmark.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #Decarbonization #Technology.

💧 European Energy is making significant progress in the field of green hydrogen with its new plant in Denmark. With plans to add two more electrolyzers by 2025, the facility will reach a total capacity of 12 MW and an expected annual production of 1,500 metric tons of hydrogen.

🚀 The green hydrogen produced will be supplied to the port of Esbjerg and a world leader in industrial gases. In addition, the excess heat generated in the production process will be used by DIN Forsyning, Esbjerg’s local heating company, further contributing to the decarbonization of the municipality.

🔬 European Energy highlights that the operation of this plant will provide valuable information on green hydrogen production and operations, benefiting the European energy sector and supporting sustainability goals.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this green hydrogen plant will impact decarbonization and what other benefits could it bring to the European energy industry? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YJZEkF

🌟 Semiconductor-based photocatalysis: A scalable and green approach.

🔑 #Photocatalysis #Hydrogen #Semiconductor #RenewableEnergy #Innovation.

☀️ Solar-driven photocatalytic water splitting offers a sustainable pathway for hydrogen production. However, researchers still face challenges such as bandgap limitations and carrier recombination. The search for efficient semiconductors continues.

💧 CdNCN, a transition metal carbodiimide, stands out for its favorable bandgap and strong covalent bonding. Its combination with CdS heterostructures enhances electron transport and separation across quasicrystalline transition sites. But, traditional CdNCN synthesis requires toxic reagents, which complicates its scalability.

🔬 This new scalable and green approach promises to address these challenges, facilitating sustainable hydrogen production. It is crucial to continue innovating to overcome current barriers and move towards more efficient and environmentally friendly solutions.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how could this technology impact hydrogen production and what other advances could we expect in photocatalysis? Share your ideas and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fHAnyq

🌟 The crucial role of platinum group metals in the hydrogen economy.

🔑 #Hydrogen #Platinum #Decarbonization #RenewableEnergy #Catalysts.

🔬 In the hydrogen economy, end markets are expected to account for 11% of total platinum demand by 2030. This increase, from 40 koz in 2023 to around 900 koz in 2030, is mainly driven by its use in upstream (electrolyzers) and downstream (hydrogen fuel cells) applications.

🚀 Platinum group metals (PGMs) are essential in the hydrogen value chain to achieve decarbonization targets. Their physicochemical properties are critical to chemical and electrochemical processes, acting as catalysts to accelerate reactions. WPIC estimates that the expansion of platinum use will support an additional demand of between 850 and 900 koz per year by 2030.

🔧 Upstream, PGM catalysts, including platinum, iridium and ruthenium, are central to electrolysis for hydrogen production. Downstream, platinum is vital for hydrogen purification, ammonia cracking and loading hydrogen into LOHC for transport and storage. Downstream, platinum catalysts are used in hydrogen fuel cells for mobility and stationary power, with applications in sectors such as road, aviation, marine and off-road.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how will increased demand for platinum influence the hydrogen economy? What other advances might we expect in PGM utilization in this field? Share your thoughts and comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3CmAHnE

💡 Air Products bets big on clean hydrogen: Strategy redefined.

🔑 #CleanHydrogen #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Investments.

🌍 With technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of the sector, Air Products announces a pause in new investments in clean hydrogen until demand for its current projects increases. During a conference call with analysts, the company stressed that it will not make any final investment decisions (FIDs) on new projects until its current facilities are at least 75% of capacity.

🚀 A prime example is the $1.6 billion net-zero hydrogen energy complex in Edmonton, Canada, which already has 60% of its blue H2 production capacity committed to buyers. This decision underscores the importance of securing demand before expanding sustainable infrastructure, an essential strategy for the future of hydrogen.

🔧 Let’s reflect: how will this strategy impact the global clean hydrogen market and what steps can be taken to increase demand and accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy? Share your ideas and perspectives in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3Axs5Ku

🌍 Go Energy Group requests environmental authorization for innovative green hydrogen project in Andalusia.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology.

💡 As a hydrogen expert, I am excited to see Go Energy Group take a crucial step towards sustainability with its application for Unified Environmental Authorization to the Junta de Andalucía. This project stands out not only for its ambition, but for its ability to revolutionize the use of renewable energy in the region.

🚀 In detail, the project includes a 100 MW hydrogen and green ammonia production plant in San Juan del Puerto and a 70 MW plant in Gibraleón. Both plants will employ renewable electricity generation and PEM electrolyzers, ensuring clean and efficient production. These projects, in addition to promoting quality employment in the municipalities involved, will position Andalusia as a benchmark in green technology in Europe.

🤔 Let’s reflect: What will be the impact of this project on Andalusia’s economy and sustainability? Will this region be able to lead the way towards a greener and more sustainable future? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/40BhPv7

🚛 Project Pegasus: Daimler Truck receives funding for 100 fuel cell trucks.

🔑 #Hydrogen #SustainableMobility #Innovation #CleanTransportation #Financing.

🌍 From a hydrogen expert’s point of view, it is exciting to see Daimler Truck moving forward with the “Pegasus” project, receiving €235 million in funding for the development and production of 100 heavy-duty fuel cell trucks for long-haul transport. This project will focus on real customer trials, driving the transition to cleaner and more sustainable transportation.

🚀 Implementation of the project will take place at several key locations – Baden-Württemberg (Stuttgart-Untertürkheim, Mannheim and Gaggenau plants) and Wörth in Rhineland-Palatinate. Donors to this initiative include two federal states and the federal government, underlining the importance of this collective effort.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this breakthrough will impact the future of long-distance transport? Will this project be a catalyst for the mass adoption of hydrogen technologies in the transport sector? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3UG9jHE

🌿 The green hydrogen industry will generate 180,000 jobs in Spain until 2040!

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #GreenJobs #Innovation.

🚀 From a hydrogen expert’s point of view, the green molecule industry, which includes green hydrogen and its derivatives such as ammonia and ethanol, is expected to generate 180,000 new jobs in Spain until 2040. This growth requires specific skills to adapt to new market needs.

🌍 The arrival of this green industry means the incorporation of new profiles to cover all the positions that are intended to be created, reaching up to 2.5 million jobs in Europe, as highlighted by Javier Blasco, director of The Adecco Institute, at a conference on green employment organized in Algeciras by the Opera Green consultancy. “Green hydrogen can equal in jobs to solar and wind energy,” he has highlighted.

🤔 Let’s reflect: How do you think the expansion of green hydrogen will impact the labor market in Spain and Europe? Will this sector be key to the transition to a more sustainable economy? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YU8q0I

🔥 Hyting’s hydrogen heating technology produces no harmful emissions: A step into the energy future.

🔑 #Hydrogen #Innovation #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #Technology.

🌍 As a hydrogen expert, I would like to highlight the importance of the recent results announced by Hyting. Its hydrogen heating technology has passed independent tests, confirming that it produces no harmful emissions. This represents a significant breakthrough in the search for cleaner and more sustainable heating solutions.

🔬 Hyting has captured the attention of the market with its first customer, Flusys GmbH. The installation of its heating system is scheduled for early 2025 at Flusys’ new precision pump production facility in Offenbach, Germany. This 1,000 cubic meter plant will be heated with hydrogen supplied by a local supplier, demonstrating the feasibility of this technology in industrial applications.

Let’s think about it: how do you think this technology can change the industrial heating landscape? Will hydrogen be the ultimate solution to achieve an emission-free energy future? Your opinion is important, share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3UB3ETd

🌱 ITC participates in the decarbonization of ceramics with its green hydrogen research!

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Decarbonization #Innovation #SustainableEnergy #Technology.

🌍 The Institute of Ceramic Technology (ITC) participates in the H2togreenceramics project: applied research for the development of alkaline electrolyzers that allow the decarbonization of the ceramic cluster in the Valencian Community. This project is led by Técnicas Reunidas and also involves AIJU, Proying XXI Ingeniería and an end-user company producing ceramic frits, all collaborating to create an efficient and sustainable solution to increase the energy autonomy of the ceramic cluster.

💡 This study is partially funded by the Conselleria de Innovación, Industria, Comercio y Turismo de la Comunidad Valenciana, with a total budget of 2,125,303.99 €, of which the Generalitat Valenciana contributes 850,121.60 €. The research focuses on the development of alkaline electrolyzers to reduce CO2 emissions in the ceramic production process.

🤔 Let’s reflect: How do you think this green hydrogen research will impact the ceramic industry and energy sustainability? Will this be a replicable model for other industries? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/48DT8QE

⚡ KIST’s new catalyst reduces the use of iridium for green hydrogen production!

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #Catalysts #Technology.

🌍 A research team at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) has successfully developed a high-efficiency water electrolysis catalyst that significantly reduces the amount of iridium used to one-twentieth that of commercial catalysts. This addresses a major barrier in the global scale-up of water electrolysis facilities, where the high price of iridium catalysts has been an obstacle.

🧪 The research, led by Dr. Kim Myung-geun and Dr. Yoo Seong-jong of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Research Center, has been published in “ACS Energy Letters” and highlights the importance of this breakthrough within the scientific community.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how do you think this new catalyst will impact green hydrogen production and the transition to more sustainable energies? Could this breakthrough significantly reduce costs and accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen globally? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3NSgpVN

🔥 UK’s first hydrogen furnace testbed helps manufacturers make a sustainable shift

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Innovation #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Technology.

🌍 The first hydrogen test kiln developed by the manufacturer in the UK is mainly used in the production process of ceramics, pottery and bricks. Its most outstanding feature is that it can scale up its operation with a fuel mixture of 20 % hydrogen or more. The test kiln has been developed to help companies that are transitioning to greater hydrogen use.

🔬 The furnace requires a hydrogen flow rate of 22 m³ per hour at 3 bar, and the MFC offers a control range of a 50:1 turndown, allowing you to reduce the flow rate down to 1/50th of the full level as needed. Crucially, the MFC guarantees a measurement accuracy deviation of only ±0.3% and a repeatability of only ±0.1%. This accuracy allows customers to test accurate hydrogen concentrations to optimize their processes.

🤔 Let’s reflect: how can this development impact the ceramics and pottery industry? Is this the beginning of a broader transition to the use of hydrogen in industrial processes? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3NSZPVt

💧 India: NTPC pioneers green hydrogen production from waste using plasma oxygasification.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Innovation #SustainableEnergy #CircularEconomy #Technology.

🌍 This innovative approach positions NTPC at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, aligning with global efforts to mitigate CO2 emissions and promote circular economy practices. NETRA, the research and development division of NTPC Ltd, is set to revolutionize green hydrogen production with the introduction of a plant using plasma-based oxygasification of municipal solid waste (MSW) and agricultural waste. This facility is set to be the first worldwide to produce very high quality synthetic gas (syn-gas), from which hydrogen will be extracted with a purity of more than 99.9%.

🚀 This breakthrough not only underscores the potential of green hydrogen as a clean energy source, but also offers a viable solution for waste management. What impact do you think this project will have on the transition to more sustainable energy? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3UxTum3

💧 The potential of renewable hydrogen: a comparative analysis.

🔑 #RenewableHydrogen #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Biogas.

🌍 As a hydrogen expert, I see great potential in hydrogen production from renewable sources, such as biogas. The combination of steam reforming with CO2 capture (SESR) is a promising technology to produce low-carbon hydrogen. In this study, two SESR process designs for natural gas and biogas have been compared. The results show that, although the natural gas processes have slightly higher efficiency, the biogas-based scenarios are more economical, especially when indirect air combustion is used.

💡 Why is this analysis important? Understanding the differences between hydrogen production processes from different feedstocks is crucial for making informed decisions on investment and deployment of hydrogen technologies. By comparing the costs and efficiency of different configurations, we can identify the most cost-effective and sustainable options.

🌱 One of the main challenges is the development of efficient and durable sorbent materials for CO2 capture. In addition, hydrogen separation and purification processes need to be optimized to obtain a high-purity product. Hydrogen production from biogas offers multiple benefits such as reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, diversification of energy sources and rural development.

Let’s reflect: What opportunities and challenges do you see in hydrogen production from biogas? How do you think this technology can influence the transition to more sustainable energy? Leave your comments and opinions!

💧 The potential of renewable hydrogen: a comparative analysis.

🔑 #RenewableHydrogen #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Biogas.

🌍 As a hydrogen expert, I see great potential in hydrogen production from renewable sources, such as biogas. The combination of steam reforming with CO2 capture (SESR) is a promising technology to produce low-carbon hydrogen. In this study, two SESR process designs for natural gas and biogas have been compared. The results show that, although the natural gas processes have slightly higher efficiency, the biogas-based scenarios are more economical, especially when indirect air combustion is used.

💡 Why is this analysis important? Understanding the differences between hydrogen production processes from different feedstocks is crucial for making informed decisions on investment and deployment of hydrogen technologies. By comparing the costs and efficiency of different configurations, we can identify the most cost-effective and sustainable options.

🌱 One of the main challenges is the development of efficient and durable sorbent materials for CO2 capture. In addition, hydrogen separation and purification processes need to be optimized to obtain a high-purity product. Hydrogen production from biogas offers multiple benefits such as reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, diversification of energy sources and rural development.

Let’s reflect: What opportunities and challenges do you see in hydrogen production from biogas? How do you think this technology can influence the transition to more sustainable energy? Leave your comments and opinions!

🌿 European Energy’s first green hydrogen plant is now operational!

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology.

🚀 Danish renewable energy developer European Energy has officially opened its first green hydrogen facility in Måde near Esbjerg, marking its first foray into large-scale hydrogen production using renewable energy. Following the completion of construction in June this year and the commissioning phase, the facility is now operational with the first electrolyzer supplied by Danish company Stiesdal.

🔋 European Energy is already planning to expand the facility with two more electrolyzers, the next one expected to be installed in 2025. Once all three electrolyzers are operational, the plant will have a total capacity of 12 MW and an expected annual production of 1,500 metric tons of hydrogen.

🌱 Let’s reflect: how do you think the expansion of facilities like this may impact the future of renewable energy? Will green hydrogen be the ultimate solution to decarbonization? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3NGzFFB

💧 Masdar and EMSTEEL complete first green hydrogen steel pilot project in MENA.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #Steel #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability.

🌍 Masdar and EMSTEEL have successfully completed the first green hydrogen-based steel production pilot project in the Middle East and North Africa in Abu Dhabi. This project demonstrates the use of green hydrogen in steelmaking, marking a significant milestone in the industry.

🔧 This pilot project uses green hydrogen instead of natural gas to extract iron from iron ore, a key step in steelmaking. Implementation of this technology has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions in the steelmaking process by 95%.

🌱 This breakthrough not only underscores the potential of green hydrogen as a clean energy source, but also opens up new opportunities for the steel industry in the MENA region. What are your thoughts on the use of green hydrogen in steelmaking? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4fjaiFx1

💧 Ways2H reaches a milestone in carbon-free hydrogen production!

🔑 #Hydrogen #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology.

🌍 Ways2H Inc, a subsidiary of Clean Energy Enterprises Inc, announces a groundbreaking achievement: the successful proof-of-concept demonstrating the production of 110 kg of carbon-negative hydrogen from just one ton of municipal solid waste. This innovative process not only signifies a substantial breakthrough in hydrogen production technology, but also paves the way for the commercialization of hydrogen fuel at prices competitive with gasoline.

💡 This breakthrough not only underscores the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source, but also offers a viable solution for municipal solid waste management. The production of carbon-negative hydrogen represents a crucial step towards decarbonization and energy sustainability.

🤔 Let’s reflect: could this technology be the key to solving both the energy crisis and waste management? What impact do you think it will have on the future of renewable energy? Leave us your comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3A6TvXv

🌿 Seville on the European green hydrogen map!

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #EnergyTransition.

🚀 A pioneering project in Spain puts Seville on the European green hydrogen map. The company Trinity Energy Storage plans to establish the first green hydrogen storage facility in Spain in the Aljarafe area of Seville, a project that is scheduled for 2030. This development will represent an “opportunity for Spain to be an exporter” of this clean energy to the rest of Europe.

🔋 Julio Matesanz, Trinity’s exploration director, presented the project at the recent International Mining Exhibition MMH held in Seville. This green hydrogen storage facility will be a milestone in the transition to a more sustainable economy and will help decarbonize key sectors.

🌍 Let’s reflect: Can this project become the catalyst for Spain to consolidate its position as a leader in green hydrogen in Europe? What impact could it have on the local economy and the environment? Share your opinion in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3UrEshW

🔆 Innovative thermochemical reactor for green hydrogen.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #SolarEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #Technology.

🌞 A new solar-powered thermochemical reactor has been proposed for the production of green hydrogen using helical flow channels. This reactor seeks to address the problem of uneven heating caused by solar collectors, which significantly affects hydrogen production efficiency. The energy flux density is highest in the center and decreases radially, resulting in uneven heat distribution.

💡 To address this, the reactor flow channel is designed in a helical configuration, allowing the reaction gas to enter from the edge and flow inward, exiting at the central position. Simulation studies have shown that this structure facilitates continuous temperature rise of the reaction gas, achieving a methane conversion rate of 94.76 %, a hydrogen yield of 1.54 mol/mol and an overall energy conversion efficiency of 32.52 %.
What do you think about this innovation, and could this design be the key to improving green hydrogen production? Leave us your comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3YFR5bK

🔥 Effects of water injection on subway coal gasification.

🔑 #CoalGasification #Hydrogen #SustainableEnergy #Innovation #Technology.

🌍 Underground coal gasification (UCG) is a process that converts unmined coal resources into combustible gases such as hydrogen and carbon monoxide. During the UCG process, the temperature can exceed 1300 °C, which raises concerns about possible melting of steel pipes for oxidizer injection.

💡 The injection of water as an agent in the UCG process serves two purposes: to reduce the temperature in the reaction zone through the endothermic effect of water and to enhance H2 production by the reduction reaction of water. However, it is crucial to find the right balance, as excessive water injection can lower the temperature too much and affect the efficiency of the process.

🛠️ The key is to adjust the operating conditions to maintain the optimal temperature range and maximize hydrogen production. This balance is essential to take full advantage of UCG technology and move toward cleaner, more efficient energy production.

What do you think about the use of water injection in UCG? Could it be a viable solution to optimize hydrogen production? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/4f1YhEF

⛏️ A former coal mine is reactivated in Spain in search of green energy.

🔑 #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #EcologicalTransition #Sustainability #Innovation.

🌿 The Confederación Hidrográfica del Cantábrico authorizes Hunosa to use mine water to generate green hydrogen in Langreo. The Mine-to-H2 project is based on the reuse of an old coal mine for the production of green hydrogen from renewable energy. Recently, the Ministry for Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge (Miteco) published in the BOE the concession for the use of water from the La Nalona pit, located in Fondón.

🔋 This progress represents a breakthrough for the planned plant in Langreo, whose purpose is to contribute to the decarbonization of key sectors and promote the transition to a more sustainable environment and economy. With this authorization, Hunosa already has the approval to establish the plant’s electrical connection, and municipal formalities are currently being processed.

🤔 What do you think about reusing abandoned mines for the production of green hydrogen? Do you think it is the way to a sustainable future? Share your thoughts in the comments!

More info: https://bit.ly/3BZChvA

🌟 Methanation: key to biogas and hydrogen roadmaps.

🔑 #Methanation #Biogas #Hydrogen #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability.

⚙️ Methanation, by combining biogas with hydrogen, allows to increase the total biomethane production by one third, and unifies the objectives of the Biogas and Hydrogen Roadmaps. Of this biogas production, less than half will be consumed directly. Although chemical engineers enjoy transforming products, each conversion step involves an energy loss.

🏭 It is therefore essential that companies with biodegradable waste and heat demand become self-consumers of their own biogas. However, in many cases, biogas production sites are far away from gas consumers, and the best option is biogas upgrading to adapt and inject it into the existing natural gas grid.

What do you think about this approach? Do you think methanation is the future of renewable energy? Leave us your comment!

More info: https://bit.ly/40jVTog