Hydrogen Newsletter

* LEAG, Germany’s second-largest electricity supplier, has indefinitely postponed its 110MW green hydrogen project, H2UB Boxberg, due to political and economic conditions. Announced in April 2024, the project was to be located at the site of disused coal-fired power plant units in eastern Germany. The postponement follows regulatory delays, including

* Details: BP, a major player in the energy sector, has launched an Expression of Interest (EoI) process to attract future offtakers for its Lingen Green Hydrogen Project (LGH2) in Germany. The project, with a 100MW capacity, is set to commence production in the second half of 2027. It will utilize

* Details: The Central Queensland Hydrogen Project (CQ-H2), valued at $14 billion and planned to be up to 3GW, has been officially terminated. Located in Queensland, Australia, the project aimed to produce green hydrogen and ammonia for export but was scrapped after lead developer Stanwell withdrew support. The primary reason cited

* Details: India's northeastern state of Assam has unexpectedly paused its flagship green hydrogen policy, creating uncertainty for energy developers and investors. The decision, reported by multiple sources, has surprised companies like NTPC Green and L&T, who had shown early interest. The policy pause forces these entities

* Details: Researchers at MIT have developed a groundbreaking method to produce green hydrogen using recycled aluminum from soda cans and seawater. The process, detailed in a recent study, is scalable and sustainable, potentially reducing production costs. It involves an aluminum-based reaction that splits water to generate hydrogen, with applications in

Key Points: * It seems likely that China is leading in green hydrogen with a new AI-powered plant in Chifeng, producing 300,000 tons of ammonia annually, planning to scale up by 2028. * Research suggests Odisha, India, is positioned to lead India’s green hydrogen efforts, focusing on national missions. * The

Details: On July 12, 2025, Malaysia launched two key projects at Kenyir: the Hybrid Hydro Floating Solar (HHFS) and the Green Hydrogen Hub. The HHFS, a joint venture between TNB Genco Sdn Bhd and Terengganu Inc, is part of the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR). It includes a 100 kW

* Details: On July 12, 2025, Envision Energy announced the launch of the world's largest green hydrogen and ammonia production plant in the Chifeng region of Inner Mongolia, China. Phase 1 has a capacity of 320,000 tons of green ammonia per year, with plans to scale up to

Details: Kazakhstan's Hyrasia One Green Hydrogen Project, a €50 billion ($55 billion) initiative by Svevind Energy Group, aims to produce 2 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually by 2030 using solar and wind power. However, environmental concerns have led to calls for relocation from its current location in

* Details: India's northeastern state of Assam has put its flagship green hydrogen policy on hold, as reported on July 11, 2025. The policy, introduced in February 2025, offered financial incentives and electricity waivers to attract investment. However, it is now under revision, with a new draft expected by

I. Introduction: The Green Hydrogen Imperative and PEM's Role The global energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, with green hydrogen emerging as a cornerstone for decarbonizing critical sectors. Produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable electricity, green hydrogen offers a viable pathway to significantly reduce carbon

Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. has begun construction of a groundbreaking demonstration facility for the KM Comp-H₂, a next-generation centrifugal hydrogen compressor designed for use in hydrogen liquefaction plants. Construction began on February 10, 2025, at the company’s Harima Works in Hyogo Prefecture. This pioneering development is part of a

Key Points * Recent advancements in hydrogen storage focus on improving efficiency, safety, and scalability for clean energy applications. * A notable development in March 2025 involves a new metal-organic framework (MOF) material that enhances hydrogen storage capacity at lower pressures. * This could reduce costs and improve practicality for hydrogen-powered vehicles and

Photocatalytic water splitting represents one of the most promising approaches for sustainable hydrogen production, offering a pathway to harness solar energy for the generation of clean chemical fuels. This process mimics natural photosynthesis by using light energy to dissociate water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen, potentially providing a renewable alternative

A Deep Dive into Thermocyclic Ammonia Production Introduction Thermocyclic ammonia production represents an innovative approach in energy storage and transport, positioning ammonia as an efficient hydrogen carrier. This process envisions a cyclical system where ammonia is synthesized, transported, and later decomposed back into nitrogen and hydrogen, enabling it to function

Introduction As the global push for decarbonization intensifies, converting captured carbon into valuable resources has gained traction as an effective strategy for emissions reduction. The integration of green hydrogen in transforming carbon dioxide (CO₂) into synthetic fuels like methane and methanol is a promising development. This process involves the use

As the world’s largest greenhouse gas emitter, China faces enormous pressure to decarbonize its economy while sustaining rapid economic growth. In its ambitious quest to achieve carbon neutrality by 2060, hydrogen is emerging as a cornerstone of China's energy transition. However, the majority of China's

Hydrogen is emerging as a key energy carrier for a sustainable future, with significant potential to decarbonize several industrial sectors. Currently, hydrogen is primarily produced through fossil fuel-based methods, especially from natural gas, which contributes substantially to greenhouse gas emissions. Electrolysis, which uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and

Green hydrogen has emerged as a pivotal element in the transition to a sustainable energy future. Electrolyser technologies play a crucial role in producing green hydrogen by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable electricity. Different electrolyser technologies—Alkaline Electrolysers, Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Electrolysers, Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM)

Hydrogen is increasingly positioned as a cornerstone in the global transition toward decarbonization, particularly in achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century. Its versatility as a clean energy carrier, capable of decarbonizing sectors that are difficult to electrify, has prompted renewed interest in hydrogen production and demand. This technical write-up provides an

A fully funded PhD position (AUD 33K) is available in the School of Chemistry and Physics, Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia starting in January 2025. The project focuses on the development of magnetocaloric materials for hydrogen liquefaction. This cutting-edge research aims to enhance the efficiency of hydrogen liquefaction processes,

Green hydrogen has garnered attention as a critical component in the global transition toward decarbonization, offering the potential to drastically reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across industries. While its environmental benefits, particularly in terms of cutting GHG emissions, are undeniable, a comprehensive assessment of green hydrogen's environmental impact

As the global transition to renewable energy accelerates, hydrogen is emerging as a critical player in the decarbonization of various industries. However, the effective transport of hydrogen remains a key challenge, particularly when moving it over long distances between regions or continents. Hydrogen carrier technologies provide solutions to this challenge

Renewable hydrogen production, driven by electrolysis using renewable energy sources, is gaining attention globally as a key technology for the transition to a low-carbon economy. For developing countries, the production and utilization of renewable hydrogen can offer a wide range of benefits that go beyond economic growth, encompassing social and