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US eases 45V hydrogen tax credit rules | Hydrogen

Hourly matching requirements have been pushed back until 2030 Hourly matching requirements have been pushed back until 2030 The US Treasury’s much-awaited response on the implementation of 45 hydrogen tax credits sees greater timeline flexibility and provisions for nuclear operators. Under the initial proposal, released in December 2023, producers would have had to match their clean hydrogen plant’s operations with renewable electricity production within the same hour from 2028. However, the hourly matching requirement has now been pushed back until 2030. A new pathway has been added to allow for existing nuclear reactors, up to 200MW, as a viable electricity source for hydrogen producers, reflecting that certain nuclear reactors are at greater risk of retirement based on certain economic factors, and if nuclear retirement is averted then the additional demand from hydrogen production will not… Read More »US eases 45V hydrogen tax credit rules | Hydrogen

Singapore powers ahead with hydrogen plants | Singapore

© Energy Market Authority © Energy Market Authority Singapore is stepping up efforts to develop hydrogen and decarbonise heavy industry. Last November, ground was broken on the 600 megawatt (MW) Keppel Sakra Cogen plant which is expected to be ready in the first half of next year. Once operational, the plant will expand Keppel’s generation capacity by nearly 50% to 1,900 MW. That came hot on the heels of YTL PowerSaraya starting work on a 600MW hydrogen-ready Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) at its Pulau Seraya Power Station (PSPS) site. Today (3rd January), the Energy Market Authority (EMA) awarded PacificLight Power (PLP) the right to build, own, and operate a new hydrogen-ready CCGT generating unit, seeing off five competitors in the process. It will also offer at least 600 MW in generation capacity, and slated… Read More »Singapore powers ahead with hydrogen plants | Singapore

Oman to set up Net Zero Centre | Decarbonisation

© Oman Ministry of Energy and Minerals © Oman Ministry of Energy and Minerals Oman is to set up a Net Zero Centre to monitor the implementation of projects and provide technical support as it strives to meet its goal of zero neutrality by 2050. The Sultanate, which benefits from abundant solar and wind resources, is actively targeting hydrogen, ammonia and low-carbon development and exports, with more than 50,000sq km currently allocated to green hydrogen production. The Centre will help in adopting and transferring the latest international practices and technologies while supporting scientific research, innovation, and developing national capabilities. Eight projects have been awarded to date, which are expected to produce 1,380 ktpa of green hydrogen. It will also oversee the registration and approval of requests for carbon certificate trading at the domestic level, ensuring… Read More »Oman to set up Net Zero Centre | Decarbonisation

Linde in 2024: Key projects, decarbonisation goals, and 2025 general outlook | Interviews

The past year has been one of many notable projects, investments, partnerships, and targets for industrial gas giant Linde, as it enhanced its focus on decarbonisation both for itself and its customers. Notably, the year saw Linde’s largest-ever sale-of-gas project signed with chemical company Dow in Canada and partnering with Heidelberg Materials in Germany to break ground on what is believed to be the world’s first large-scale carbon capture and utilisation facility in the cement industry. To reflect on some of these successes and the wider year, as well as cast an eye to the year ahead, gasworld sat down with Nicolas Pattera, President of Linde Canada, to discuss his view on 2024. What has 2024 been like for Linde? Has the company achieved all it wanted to achieve this year? What have been some… Read More »Linde in 2024: Key projects, decarbonisation goals, and 2025 general outlook | Interviews

Europe approves €350m for synthetic aviation fuels project | Carbon Dioxide

The European Commission has approved under EU State aid rules a €350m German measure to support Concrete Chemicals in the production of synthetic aviation fuels. The project will use electricity, renewable hydrogen, and biogenic carbon dioxide (CO2) captured from a cement plant and integrate different technologies such as electrolysers and complex chemical reactors, reverse water-gas shift and Fischer-Tropsch (FT) synthesis. Partners include renewable energy company Enertrag, global building materials manufacturer Cemex and Sasol ecoFT, a leader in the development and application of FT technology. Power-to-Liquid (PtL) kerosene produced by the project will qualify as renewable fuel of non-biological origin (RFNBO) as the energy content will come from renewable sources. In addition, as byproduct, the project will produce 6,500 tonnes of renewable naphtha (PtL-naphtha) per year that can be used as feedstock to produce various plastic… Read More »Europe approves €350m for synthetic aviation fuels project | Carbon Dioxide

Cemvision hydrogen solution tackles cement emissions | Decarbonisation

Swedish company Cemvision claims to have developed a new solution which can electrify fossil-free cement production by combining green hydrogen, plasma and resistive heating. After completing three parallel projects, Cemvision said it is now in a position to scale the cement and its technology marks a shift in sustainable building materials. Unlike competitors reliant on CO2-based plasma systems, Cemvision’s clinker chemistry and nitrogen approach avoids the need for carbon capture. Oscar Hallen, CEO of Cemvision, said, “With a 100% electrically made clinker, we show that an industry-leading performance is possible with a minimal carbon footprint.” The energy-intensive cement industry accounts for 8% of global CO2 emissions and its energy consumption accounts for 50-60% of overall cement production cost. Hallen added, “For us, it’s all about reducing green premiums, making our products accessible without great surcharges… Read More »Cemvision hydrogen solution tackles cement emissions | Decarbonisation

Podcast: GWGI editor’s special: 2024 end-of-year review

In this episode of The 1895 Podcast, GWGI’s three editors reflect on the 2024 and all the big stories from the last year. From developments in the hydrogen and energy sectors throughout and the impact of US policy changes, to the challenges faced by hydrogen projects, and the emerging role of e-fuels in the energy transition. Tune in to hear from Charlie Currie, Editor for H2 View; Dominic Ellis, Editor forgasworld Global; and Christian Annesley, Editor for gasworld US as they look at key stories, market trends, the evolving landscape of clean energy and technologies, and a look towards 2025. Listen above then click here to follow The 1895 Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts. The 1895 Podcast  The 1895 Podcast is a content-driven podcast for the global industrial gases business, bringing together topical news,… Read More »Podcast: GWGI editor’s special: 2024 end-of-year review

Hydrogen’s reality check: Challenges, withdrawals, and opportunities

Hydrogen’s role is being questioned right now. In the past year, multiple projects have been cancelled, a Hydrogen Council report has highlighted a significant $335bn investment gap that is jeopardising 2030 targets, and some policies lack clarity.  But has the hydrogen bubble really burst, or is it that, since the height of its hype in 2019, people are now starting to look at the energy carrier in a much more realistic light, with 2024 marking the year of hydrogen reality?  These were just some of the questions laid on the table when gasworld sat down with Charlie Currie, Editor, and Edward Laity, News Journalist, of its hydrogen-focused sister publication H2 View.  “In 2024, the hydrogen hype bubble has finally burst, and I think that became extremely apparent in the second half of the year,” Currie… Read More »Hydrogen’s reality check: Challenges, withdrawals, and opportunities

Worley wins EPC contract for ExxonMobil’s Baytown facility in Texas

ExxonMobil’s Baytown facility is believed to be the largest of its type. Once in operation, it will produce up to one billion cubic feet of low-carbon hydrogen a day and more than one million tonnes of low-carbon ammonia per annum. Read more: ExxonMobil makes major blue hydrogen and carbon capture commitments in the US The project is also expected to capture and store seven million tonnes of CO2 per year. Chris Ashton, CEO of Worley, said, “We are delighted to continue our strategic, global relationship with ExxonMobil in its execution of projects, particularly in delivering this EPC project on the US Gulf Coast, which contributes significantly to strengthening Worley’s backlog.” Earlier this year, ADNOC and Mitsubishi both acquired stakes in the Baytown project. In September, the two companies signed separate contracts: ADNOC to acquire a… Read More »Worley wins EPC contract for ExxonMobil’s Baytown facility in Texas

UK and Norway launch green industrial partnership | Decarbonisation

The partnership will enhance cooperation and explore areas such as the cross border transport of CO2 The partnership will enhance cooperation and explore areas such as the cross border transport of CO2 The UK and Norway are set to launch a new green industrial partnership today (16thDecember) to combine their capabilities on clean energy, drive economic growth and bolster energy security. With Norway being the single biggest supplier of gas after the UK Continental Shelf, the new agreement – which the two countries have a joint ambition to sign in spring 2025 – will support its aim to secure home-grown energy. In the UK’s case, it will be an important element in becoming a clean energy superpower by 2030. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will visit a cross-border carbon transport and storage facility in Norway to… Read More »UK and Norway launch green industrial partnership | Decarbonisation