Growing ambition: the world's 20 largest green-hydrogen projects; The rapidly rising number of gigawatt-scale renewable H2 developments promise economies of scale that could drive down the cost of the zero-carbon fuel
Publish Date: 4/16/2021
Cummins Hydrogen power takes flight; The world’s first hydrogen-powered aircraft, powered by Cummins fuel cells
Publish Date: 4/15/2021
It was an old apple orchard. Now it could be the future of clean hydrogen energy in Washington state.
Publish Date: 4/15/2021
Portland-based NW Natural has been on the frontiers of this movement. The company has experimented with blends of hydrogen in pipelines, cooktops, water heaters and appliances.
Then last October, the utility announced a partnership with Eugene Water & Electric Board to operate a 5-megawatt electrolyzer that will produce green hydrogen. Some of it then will be combined with carbon dioxide in a thermal process to create the chemical equivalent of natural gas.
“We’re focused on getting as much low-cost renewable gas to our customers as possible,” said Chris Kroeker, emerging technology manager at NW Natural. “And we’re preparing for that future.”
Nikola, IVECO and OGE Announce Intent to Accelerate the Deployment of Hydrogen Infrastructure and Fueling Solutions
Publish Date: 4/14/2021
“OGE is committed to establishing a pipeline infrastructure to transport hydrogen from production sources to critical exit points of distribution,” said Dr. Thomas Hüwener, OGE’s Chief Technical Officer. “We are proud to play an essential role in enabling fueling station development through our network capabilities and in working towards decarbonizing the economy.”
Canada’s first hydrogen HUB launches in the Edmonton Region backed by over $2 million in funding from three levels of government
Publish Date: 4/14/2021
Uruguay maps out a route to pioneer “green” hydrogen; Uruguay wants to follow "the decarbonization route" by betting on green hydrogen with an eye on transport and industry, as part of a pilot plan to attract investment.
Publish Date: 4/13/2021
Segway's slick Tron-style motorcycle runs on hydrogen; Segway said it plans to make the Apex H2 a reality, retro-futuristic vibes and all.
Publish Date: 4/13/2021
2 Experts on the Sustainability Tips That You Haven’t Already Heard Before
Publish Date: 4/12/2021
On a mission to find out more of those, Well+Good’s director of creative development Ella Dove went on a sustainability road trip to visit two sustainable businesses. Here’s the kicker: She made the journey in the new hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai, a zero-emissions vehicle with next-level agility that makes it possible to hit the road while being mindful of the planet.
China's capital envisages 10,000 fuel cell vehicles by 2025
Publish Date: 4/9/2021
The city of Beijing aims to have over 10,000 fuel cell vehicles on the road and build 74 hydrogen filling stations by 2025, as the Chinese capital maps out an ambitious plan to develop the low-carbon fuel, state media reported on Thursday.
SARTA joins project to test more efficient systems for hydrogen powered vehicles
Publish Date: 4/8/2021
FirstElement Fuel: Policy is everything when it comes to rolling out hydrogen stations
Publish Date: 4/8/2021
Exclusive: General Motors looking beyond hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicle applications
Publish Date: 4/7/2021
Loop Energy and BayoTech Commit to Accelerated Deployment of Hydrogen Vehicles and Fueling Infrastructure through Joint Market Development Agreement
Publish Date: 4/6/2021
Asia Is Going Big on Hydrogen Power. What That Means for Electric Vehicles.
Publish Date: 4/2/2021
But Asia may be changing the game. South Korean conglomerates Hyundai Motor (005380. Korea) and SK Holding (034730.Korea) recently announced multibillion-dollar investments that may start bridging the gap between hydrogen dreams and reality. China raised hydrogen’s profile in its latest five-year plan, and shows signs of picking national champions like Beijing Sinohytec (688339.China).
“China controls the value chain for electric vehicles and renewables,” says Mubashira Bukhari Khwaja, an investment director at Aberdeen Standard Investments. “Now they have a political need for hydrogen to work.”
Councilwoman Ortega, Sen. Moreno: “Building back better” means an opportunity for environmental justice for all communities; We can grow our economy while ensuring we leave future generations a healthier planet and future.
Publish Date: 4/1/2021
This would help states work with the private sector to expedite the transition to zero-emission vehicles (including both battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell electric) and invest in much-needed charging and hydrogen fueling facilities.
Stellantis says hydrogen fuel cell vans to hit Europe by end of 2021
Publish Date: 3/31/2021
The group, which was formed by the merger of PSA and Fiat Chrysler earlier this year, said the hydrogen fuel cell vans will be launched under the Peugeot, Citroen and Opel brands.
A passenger car model powered by hydrogen fuel cells will come later.
The hydrogen fuel cell model will be assembled in Russelsheim, Germany, using technology developed by Symbio, a joint venture of Michelin and Faurecia.
Great Wall Bets on Hydrogen, Will Use to Power New SUV; Carmaker will also use hydrogen cars at 2022 Winter Olympics
Publish Date: 3/29/2021
Great Wall has invested 2 billion yuan ($305 million) over the past five years to develop hydrogen power-related technologies that can be used for vehicles as well as marine and rail transport, Zhang said. Founder Wei Jianjun added that Great Wall will invest another 3 billion yuan over the next three years and plans to become a top-three seller of hydrogen-powered automobiles by 2025.
“Development of the hydrogen-related industry will move forward as quickly as that for electric vehicles,” Wei said.
Great Wall Bets on Hydrogen, Will Use to Power New SUV
Publish Date: 3/29/2021
Coalition Launched to Advance Clean Hydrogen as a Key Pathway to Achieving Global Decarbonization & U.S. Energy Competitiveness
Publish Date: 3/26/2021
“We are enthusiastic that many sectors of the economy are joining together to advocate for clean hydrogen as a critical pathway to achieve the emission reduction goals we have set for the businesses and groups we lead,” says David Carroll, President and CEO, Gas Technology Institute (GTI), Richard Voorberg, President, Siemens Energy, Inc., Sean McGarvey, President, North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU), and Alan Armstrong, President and CEO, The Williams Companies. “Our organizations, as well as several other U.S. businesses, have identified clean hydrogen as essential to meeting our
targets, and we are eager to work with President Biden, his administration and Congress to foster clean hydrogen’s growth throughout our economy.”
Guidehouse Insights Report Finds Distributed Hydrogen Systems Can Drive Clean Energy Microgrids
Publish Date: 3/25/2021
Batteries Or Hydrogen? The Wrong Question?
Publish Date: 3/25/2021
We need a mix of fuels and powertrains in the future, chosen for different needs on the basis of carbon emissions and energy efficiency. In particular, the characteristics of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (HFCVs) are so different that we see the current debate as a false dilemma; we need both, for different roles.
California Energy Commission Awards Funding to Demonstrate Hydrogen Locomotive for Rail Applications in California
Publish Date: 3/25/2021
The funds will be used to retire a tier 0 diesel locomotive and to replace it with a zero-emission switching locomotive using advanced hydrogen technology. The project involves the integration of advanced hydrogen fuel cell, hydrogen storage, advanced battery and systems control technologies to provide an alternative to less environmentally friendly diesel-powered locomotives. The demonstration will facilitate the improvement of local air quality, a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, noise and odor.
Renault LCV Opens New Doors: New Line-Up and Zero Emissions Solutions; To answer the energy transition, Renault LCV opens new doors with a complete offer in electric and hydrogen, with products and services.
Publish Date: 3/25/2021
Renault has been a pioneer of the electric utility vehicle since 2011 and has also been a pioneer of hydrogen since 2014. Before the end of 2021, Renault will present the Master Hydrogen. With Plug Power, Renault aims for 30% of the European market for hydrogen light commercial vehicles by 2030, with charging solutions for electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle fleets.
Los Angeles now has a road map for 100% renewable energy
Publish Date: 3/24/2021
Even though hydrogen is expensive, “it’s what you need for reliability,” said Paul Denholm, the NREL study’s engineering lead. “You have so few other choices for that three-day outage, that Texas-like event where it’s super hot, transmission lines go down.”
Hyundai Europe chief: "We absolutely believe in the fuel cell"
Publish Date: 2/11/2021
Cole stressed that the hydrogen drive for Hyundai is not a competition for the battery electric car: "We see the possibility of coexistence of both types of drive, there are no one-way streets," he told Handelsblatt.