Featuring several case studies on pioneering green hydrogen projects and first-hand interviews, this white paper by the Coalition provides insights from a renewable energy industry perspective on the growth opportunities of green hydrogen and what is needed from policy makers to accelerate its adoption worldwide.
Decarbonising end-use sectors: Practical insights on green hydrogen
Publish Date: 5/27/2021
Hydrogen-Powered Trains Have Arrived; Railways are using the gas to clean up diesel routes. As predictable customers, they can help bring down the costs of green hydrogen for other sectors.
Publish Date: 5/27/2021
Yet that isn’t the case for rail transport. Hydrogen-powered trains built by France’s Alstom have already carried passengers over 110,000 miles on trial operations in Europe. The total lifetime cost of ownership is already comparable for trains running on diesel, hydrogen fuel cells or electrified lines, according to a report by consulting firm Roland Berger.
Fuelling a clean and bright future: CSIRO and partners launch $68M Hydrogen Industry Mission
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
Over the next five years, more than 100 projects worth $68M have been planned by partners including: Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources (DISER), Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) , Fortescue Metals Group, Swinburne University, the Victorian Government, the Future Fuels CRC, National Energy Resources Australia (NERA), and the Australian Hydrogen Council, along with collaborators Toyota and Hyundai.
Sinopec to launch first green hydrogen project in 2022
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
Green Hydrogen Seen Fueling Heavy Trucks, Buses by 2030
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
Hyundai Motor Upgrades Design and Performance of XCIENT Fuel Cell Truck for Global Expansion
Publish Date: 5/25/2021
Hyundai also plans to present XCIENT Fuel Cell to the North American market this year. Hyundai is in talks with several local governments and logistics businesses in the U.S. to establish potential joint operations of hydrogen-powered trucks for various purposes. The company is also planning to host XCIENT Fuel Cell roadshows and other events open to the general public.
China is another nation that has strong interest in heavy-duty trucks powered by hydrogen. Hyundai is carefully reviewing multiple options to introduce its fuel cell technology to corporate and government customers in China.
North America’s first commercial hydrogen fuel cell, zero-emission e-ferry
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
Hyundai, Kia plan $7.4B U.S. investment in EVs, hydrogen and mobility
Publish Date: 5/13/2021
Hyundai also said it is working with public and private partners to expand the U.S. hydrogen ecosystem. Later in 2021, Hyundai said it "will proceed on a demonstration project in preparation for commercialization of fuel cell electric trucks."
The right to hydrogen
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
This became visible this very week when John Kerry visited Berlin in order to prepare a joint approach with the Europeans towards the next big climate conference: The former US- Vice-President mentioned green hydrogen continuously at the same level as electrification.
California: Petition calls on Gov. Newsom to invest in hydrogen fuelling infrastructure
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
Cummins Selects Spain for its Gigawatt Electrolyzer Plant & Partners with Iberdrola to Lead the Green Hydrogen Value Chain
Publish Date: 5/24/2021
British Airways sees ‘significant’ role for hydrogen in decarbonising aviation
Publish Date: 5/26/2021
British Airways (BA) sees hydrogen-powered 19-seater aircraft becoming cost competitive with its current fossil fuel model from 2027, and hydrogen-powered 72-seater and 180-seater aircraft becoming cost competitive with its current operations from 2030 onwards.
That’s what Carrie Harris, Head of Sustainability at British Airways, told the Westminster Energy Environment & Transport Forum’s Growing the hydrogen market in the UK virtual event today (May 26).
Daimler Disagrees With Tesla and VW’s Batteries-or-Bust View
Publish Date: 5/21/2021
Air Liquide supports Daimler Truck AG with Liquid Hydrogen for heavy-duty long-haul fuel-cell Truck prototype tests
Publish Date: 5/22/2021
In parallel with this project, Air Liquide will support the development of a new open and global liquid hydrogen refueling standard together in a large industry working group (sLH2 “subcooled“ liquid hydrogen).
Hydrogen potential atlas: Africa could become the world's energy supplier;
Publish Date: 5/20/2021
These are the most important results at a glance:
In West Africa alone, a maximum of 165,000 TWh of green hydrogen could be produced annually. For comparison: That corresponds to 110 times the amount of green hydrogen that Germany will probably have to import in 2050.
Of these 165,000 TWh of hydrogen, around 120,000 TWh could be produced annually for less than 2.50 euros per kilogram. For comparison: studies assume that the cost of one kilo of hydrogen in Germany will still be around 3.80 euros in 2050.
Solar energy can be generated most cheaply in the northern regions of West Africa, and wind energy in the southern regions. Because of the low you electricity production costs of solar energy under 2 cents per kWh in the north of West Africa, the costs for the production of green hydrogen are particularly low here. For comparison: The electricity production costs with renewable energies in West Africa are around 30% lower than in Germany.
It is possible to meet West Africa's local energy needs - without significantly reducing the energy requirements for the production of green hydrogen.
Building a green hydrogen-based economy is associated with high social and economic benefits in both urban and rural regions of West Africa. This makes hydrogen technologies interesting for African decision-makers from politics and business - and increases the likelihood of a quick entry into the hydrogen economy.
Pacific Northwest renewable hydrogen action plan to develop a hydrogen economy
Publish Date: 5/21/2021
The Policy Pillar – US: California’s only scientist in state Legislature wants the government to pay more attention to hydrogen
Publish Date: 5/21/2021
“If we’re going to subsidise electric, which makes sense to me, we’ve got to subsidise hydrogen as well. I think it’s definitely something that we need for the future, hydrogen for vehicles. Everyone agrees hydrogen is the best option for heavy-duty, it’s a no-brainer, but I think it’s extremely important for light-duty too.”
Role of Hydrogen Energy in a Nutshell! New Video!
Publish Date: 5/21/2021
The Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles has produced a new video, in cooperation with private companies and government agencies, which succinctly details the creation of a hydrogen energy sector and the creation of a Hydrogen Society, both in Japan and in collaboration with partners in Southern California and Los Angeles. An exciting example of how our nations are, in real time, undeniably improving the world together.
The Policy Pillar – US: Hydrogen Forward playing a key role in unlocking hydrogen’s potential
Publish Date: 5/13/2021
On when we might see a US hydrogen strategy, Kraus said, “The federal structure in the US makes it unique when compared to other markets, globally. Support for a national hydrogen strategy in the US will look different than it does in Europe and Asia. Think of where the US renewable industries were 20 years ago – with a concerted policy of tax credits and incentives at state and federal levels, wind and solar were able to gain a foothold and really blossom into the sizable and growing industries they are today.
“The path forward for hydrogen will be similar, though it will be able to deliver on some of its benefits in a much shorter time horizon. Marshalling the resources of the US government to bring together experts across agencies to create a national hydrogen strategy could also deliver on this promise sooner by showing commitment to a hydrogen economy for business and investors.”
Leading CEO's ask Newsom to dedicate $500 million in hydrogen infrastructure funds as part of zero-emission vehicle plan
Publish Date: 5/13/2021
In a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, executives of 25 multi-national companies today called for major new investments in hydrogen infrastructure in the Golden State.
“At this still early stage in market development, the signal California sends on hydrogen will impact private investment decisions. But in the medium- to long-run, hydrogen must and will stand on its own legs and be viable without external support,” wrote the executives in their letter to the governor.
They noted “The early stages of any technology curve must have some support, much as was seen in the early days of wind and solar power.”
Toyota’s Path to Carbon Neutrality
Publish Date: 5/12/2021
Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) will make up 15% of U.S. sales by 2030
Electrified vehicles including BEVs will make up 70% of U.S. sales by 2030
Global sales of approximately 8M electrified vehicles by 2030 of which 2M will be BEVs and FCEVs
A Closer Look at Toyota's Hydrogen Powered Heavy-Duty Trucks
Publish Date: 5/12/2021
Toyota and Kenworth have rolled out hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric heavy-duty trucks in Southern California. These 18 wheelers emit nothing but water and will greatly reduce the environmental impact of drayage operations at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. This video follows Toyota team member Jose Gonzalez as he shares highlights of these new trucks.
Hydrogen-Powered Yachts Will Take Center Stage at the 2021 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge
Publish Date: 5/11/2021
Advanced Clean Energy Storage Project Invited to Submit Part II Application for up to $595 Million Financing from U.S. Department of Energy for Proposed Hydrogen Hub and Long-duration Renewable Energy Storage Project
Publish Date: 5/11/2021
Port of Corpus Christi to produce 'green hydrogen,' hopes to reduce carbon footprint
Publish Date: 5/11/2021
The port on Tuesday announced it has entered into a nonbinding Memorandum of Understanding with Ares Management Corp. to develop renewable energy infrastructure on port-owned property.
It's there that officials for the nation's third-largest port based on tonnage plan to eventually produce green hydrogen and provide renewable power for its customers and its own use.
“As the Energy Port of the Americas, we are working to find new ways to operationalize our commitment to decarbonization," port CEO Sean Strawbridge said in a statement. "This project not only brings a new type of economic activity to our gateway, but it will directly meet the needs of our current customers, many of whom use hydrogen in their production processes."