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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

$7.2 billion project cleared for takeoff to unlock more gas and LNG offshore Mozambique

With the green light for a multibillion-dollar floating liquefied natural gas (FLNG) project, Mozambique’s government is intent on augmenting gas production and strengthening the African country’s LNG position, given the role natural gas is expected to play in the global energy transition story. The post $7.2 billion project cleared for takeoff to unlock more gas and LNG offshore Mozambique appeared first on Offshore Energy.

Rig naming ceremony marks Hanwha Ocean’s entrance into deepwater drilling arena

Hanwha Drilling, part of South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean, has held a naming ceremony for a seventh-generation drillship, which will work off the coast of Brazil for Petrobras, the South American country’s energy giant. The post Rig naming ceremony marks Hanwha Ocean’s entrance into deepwater drilling arena appeared first on Offshore Energy.

US axes Shell and BP’s licenses for cross-border gas fields

The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has changed its mind about two special licenses – operated by the UK-headquartered Shell and BP, respectively – for gas fields straddling the maritime boundary between Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago. The post US axes Shell and BP’s licenses for cross-border gas fields appeared first on Offshore Energy.

SF Bay Ferry taps NBBB to build new battery-electric ferry duo

U.S. public ferry service provider San Francisco Bay Ferry (SF Bay Ferry) has contracted Nichols Brothers Boat Builders (NBBB) to design and construct two battery-electric ferries. The post SF Bay Ferry taps NBBB to build new battery-electric ferry duo appeared first on Offshore Energy.

India’s DPA Kandla comes onboard Methanol Institute

Trade association Methanol Institute (MI) has welcomed India’s Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, as its newest member. The post India’s DPA Kandla comes onboard Methanol Institute appeared first on Offshore Energy.