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Mitsubishi begins hydrogen-based iron manufacture demo project | Hydrogen

© Voestalpine / steel site in Linz © Voestalpine / steel site in Linz Japan’s Mitsubishi Corporation is participating in a demonstration project for the development of a hydrogen-based fluidised bed fine ore reduction (HYFOR) process and electric smelting furnace in partnership with Mitsubishi-owned, UK-based metals company Primetals Technologies. The project entails constructing and operating an industrial-scale prototype plant for a new hydrogen-based ironmaking process at a Voestalpine steelworks in Linz, Austria. Operations are scheduled to begin in mid-2027. The new ironmaking process has a projected capacity of three tonnes per hour and will produce hot metal and hot briquetted iron using the HYFOR and smelter technologies developed by Primetals. Global mining firm Rio Tinto will supply 70% of the iron ore. HYFOR is billed as the world’s first direct reduction technology for iron ore… Read More »Mitsubishi begins hydrogen-based iron manufacture demo project | Hydrogen

BPCL and Sembcorp launch green hydrogen JV in India | Hydrogen

India government-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) and a subsidiary of Singapore state-owned engineering company Sembcorp have entered into a joint venture (JV) to explore renewable energy and green hydrogen projects across India. The JV will also consider projects in green ammonia production and bunkering, emissions reduction for port operations, and other emerging green fuel technologies. The potential projects will leverage Sembcorp’s renewables experience and BPCL’s expertise in the petroleum sector and infrastructure. G Krishnakumar, Chairman & Managing Director of BPCL, said it is committed to building a robust renewable energy portfolio, with a target of 10GW, and is aiming to reach net-zero emissions by 2040. … to continue reading this article and more, please login, register for free, or consider subscribing to gasworld Source link

Research shows hydrogen and regulation is driving shift to safer membrane tech | Hydrogen

Once seen as the gold standard for chemical durability, PFAS-based membranes are now under pressure. With the green hydrogen sector scaling up and environmental scrutiny intensifying, developers are moving to phase out these so-called “forever chemicals” in favour of safer alternatives. New analysis from independent research group IDTechEx forecasts that the ion exchange membrane market will surpass $2.9bn annually by 2035, driven by its expanding role in electrolysers, hydrogen fuel cells and carbon capture technologies. Perfluoroalkyl sulfonate (PFAS) membranes, such as Nafion, currently dominate the market due to their high stability and performance in harsh conditions. These materials account for more than 85% of global demand in 2025. But PFAS substances are increasingly linked to health concerns, including cancer and hormone disruption, and are being targeted by regulators due to their persistence in the environment.… Read More »Research shows hydrogen and regulation is driving shift to safer membrane tech | Hydrogen

Energy group cleared for hydrogen and e-fuels project in cost-competitive Finland | Hydrogen

German group ABO Energy has received the green light from planning authorities to build a hydrogen production plant in Oulu, northern Finland. The plant will include an electrolyser with a maximum capacity of 600MW and could also produce methanol and sustainable aviation fuel, depending on the availability of biogenic carbon dioxide – a crucial input for e-fuel production. The first phase of the facility is expected to come online between 2034 and 2036. A final investment decision is still pending. ABO Energy also plans to utilise the plant’s waste heat for district heating in the Oulu region – the largest producer of renewable electricity in Finland and a growing centre for hydrogen development. … to continue reading this article and more, please login, register for free, or consider subscribing to gasworld Source link

India country report: Market for industrial gases grows $500m in decade | Business Intelligence

The commercial industrial gases market in India generated revenues of just over $1.82bn in 2024, up from $1.3bn in 2014, according to a new gasworld Intelligence report. However, the industrial gases market did not perform as well as in the first decade (2000 to 2011) with 2016, 2020 and 2023 all recording drops in activity from the prior year. The metallurgical industry is by far the largest end-user of industrial gas in India, accounting for 39% of total sales (equivalent to $708m). Induustrial gas major Linde is the most significant company, with a 26% market share, equating to $466m in revenues, while INOX Air Products (a joint venture between INOX Leasing and Finance Ltd and Air Products) is next largest with 25% (equating to $456m). Air Liquide and Air Water have market shares of around… Read More »India country report: Market for industrial gases grows $500m in decade | Business Intelligence

UK shortlists 27 hydrogen projects in crucial second allocation | Hydrogen

The second auction round shortlist covers a range of sectors The second auction round shortlist covers a range of sectors The UK government has shortlisted 27 low-carbon hydrogen projects under the Second Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR2) issued today. With pressure rising to accelerate decarbonisation and spur more investment into the hydrogen sector, the shortlist of projects covers manufacturing and industrial practices, ammonia production, new clean power generation, glass manufacturing, brick making, and sustainable aviation fuel production. The industry has the potential to attract over £1bn of private sector investment into the UK by 2029, providing companies can be convinced the country has a consistent and supportive policy environment which will facilitate growth and offtake agreements. Total funding for HAR2 was not released but it is expected to provide revenue support through the country’s Hydrogen Production… Read More »UK shortlists 27 hydrogen projects in crucial second allocation | Hydrogen

Germany must clarify hydrogen role in energy system, says IEA | Germany

Policy, supply and pricing are holding back hydrogen’s growth in Germany Policy, supply and pricing are holding back hydrogen’s growth in Germany Hydrogen’s role needs to be clarified in Germany’s future energy system and positive support could spur final investment decisions (FIDs) and tackle climate targets, according to a new International Energy Agency (IEA) report. Currently FIDs are happening too slowly due to concerns about sufficient supply at affordable prices, while domestic production projects in Germany are failing to materialise as they lack strong commitment from offtakers, the report states. The German government’s previously planned Power Plant Strategy attempted to address this issue by tendering 12.5 GW of new natural gas-fired power plant capacity that could later run on hydrogen. The new coalition government aims to be in place by Easter. “In this way, the… Read More »Germany must clarify hydrogen role in energy system, says IEA | Germany

EU launches €600m funding call for hydrogen and carbon capture projects | Finance

The EU’s Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency has launched a new €600m funding call under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) for Energy to support cross-border hydrogen and carbon capture infrastructure projects. The funding is available to projects on the EU’s Projects of Common Interest (PCIs) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMIs) lists, which were legally adopted in 2023. PCIs cover infrastructure linking two or more EU member states, while PMIs apply to projects between the EU and non-EU countries. This year’s lists include 65 hydrogen-related proposals, many of which could benefit from streamlined permitting and access to funding either through the CEF or national sources. A legally binding three-and-a-half-year permit limit applies to PCI and PMI projects to accelerate development. Eligible projects can cover a range of infrastructure, including hydrogen pipelines, electrolysers, storage, carbon… Read More »EU launches €600m funding call for hydrogen and carbon capture projects | Finance

Europe to invest €12bn in central Asia for clean energy projects

The first EU-central Asia Summit is being held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan The first EU-central Asia Summit is being held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled a €12bn clean energy package from the EU and urged central Asia to capitalise on its clean energy and raw materials potential. Speaking at the plenary session of the first EU-Central Asia Summit, she said, “This region aims to be a clean energy hub: wind in Kazakhstan, solar in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, hydro in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan. And geothermal across the region. You could produce enough clean energy for your economy and for export. You could turn part of this energy into clean hydrogen.” The announced €12bn Global Gateway Investment Package will kickstart a new pipeline of projects for Central Asia, while a new… Read More »Europe to invest €12bn in central Asia for clean energy projects

Green steel may be only 2.5% of market by 2035 | Hydrogen

Hydrogen-based green steel output could reach 46 million tonnes by 2035, according to a new report from technology research firm IDTechEx. The report highlights how regulation, corporate climate targets, and pressure from sectors like automotive and construction are driving investment in low-carbon steelmaking. However, high hydrogen costs, infrastructure gaps and policy uncertainty risk slowing progress – and 46 million tonnes is only about 2.5% of annual steel production. Steel accounts for around 7% to 9% of global CO2 emissions and it is one of the hardest sectors to decarbonise, with high temperatures involved. In Europe, policies such as the Emissions Trading System (ETS) and the upcoming Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), along with over €2bn ($2.2bn) in public funding, are accelerating green steel initiatives. Other countries are taking a mix of approaches. The US offers… Read More »Green steel may be only 2.5% of market by 2035 | Hydrogen