MENA H2TS Work Group

Ammonia: A Key to Unlocking the UK's Hydrogen Economy? 🔑 This feasibility study, produced by Siemens, ENGIE, Ecuity, and the Science & Technology Facilities Council, makes a strong case as a reference for ammonia as a crucial enabler for the UK's hydrogen economy. Key Findings: 📚Decentralized Cracking Wins: Transporting ammonia and cracking it on-site at the point of use is more economically favorable than centralized cracking and hydrogen distribution. 📚Competitive Green Hydrogen: Using ammonia as a carrier for hydrogen offers a competitive cost advantage compared to other transportation methods or on-site production. They estimate green hydrogen delivery at £141.71/MWh (£4.72/kg). 📚Technology Breakthrough: The study demonstrates a new ammonia cracking technology with high-purity hydrogen output (99.9975%) and an efficient commercial-scale system design. 📚Mature Storage Solution: Existing infrastructure for storing LPG can be readily adapted for ammonia, offering large-scale storage capacity (a single tank can hold ~0.5 TWh of liquid ammonia). 📚Unlocking Global Renewables: Importing green hydrogen in the form of ammonia from regions with abundant low-cost renewable energy could be more cost-effective than producing it domestically in the UK. The report emphasizes: ☑Lithium Imide Catalyst: This technology has the potential to significantly improve the economics of ammonia decomposition, reducing the required conversion temperature by ~50°C. ☑Pilot Project Progress: Designs for both large-scale (200 kg/day ) and small-scale ammonia crackers have been developed for further development and testing. Overall, this study highlights ammonia's potential to overcome key barriers to hydrogen adoption, including storage, transportation costs, and local renewable resource constraints. By providing a cost-effective and practical pathway for a green hydrogen supply chain, ammonia could be a game-changer for the UK's decarbonization goals. What are your thoughts on the potential for ammonia to accelerate the hydrogen transition in the UK and beyond? Share your insights in our H2 Working Group Community! #HydrogenEconomy #AmmoniaCracking #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #Decarbonization #UK

🔬 Here are some takeaways about this comprehensive report titled "Manual - Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH) Calculator" by the European Hydrogen Observatory. This report provides valuable insights into the cost analysis of hydrogen production in Europe using low-temperature electrolysis. 1️⃣ LCOH Concept: The report explains the concept of Levelized Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH), which evaluates the total expenses involved in producing hydrogen throughout its lifecycle, including both capital and operational costs. 2️⃣ LCOH Calculator: The manual demonstrates how the LCOH calculator can be used to estimate the expenses associated with hydrogen production in Europe. It covers different use cases, such as the effect of country, electricity source, electrolysis technology, and more. 3️⃣ Use Cases: The report showcases several use cases to demonstrate the functionality of the LCOH calculator. It compares the cost effectiveness of different countries, electricity sources, electrolysis technologies, and even the combined effect of country and electricity source. 📢 Use Case 1: The report compares the cost-effectiveness of hydrogen production using wholesale electricity and alkaline electrolysis technology in Germany and Norway. It shows that Norway has a lower LCOH in this scenario. 📢 Use Case 2: It examines the most cost-effective electricity source for hydrogen production using alkaline electrolysis in Spain. The results indicate that photovoltaic (PV) has a lower LCOH compared to wholesale electricity. 📢 Use Case 3: The combined effect of country and electricity source is analyzed. It compares hydrogen production in Malta with PV and Ireland with onshore wind. The findings reveal that Ireland with onshore wind has a lower LCOH. 📢 Use Case 4: The report evaluates the cost-effectiveness of different electrolysis technologies (alkaline vs. PEM) when using wholesale electricity in Germany. It shows that alkaline electrolysis has a lower LCOH. #HydrogenProduction #LCOH #SustainableEnergy #RenewableHydrogen #EnergyTransition #Decarbonization

Ammonia: The Shortcut to a Hydrogen Economy?⚡ This fascinating article by Erdemir and Dincer proposes a compelling strategy: using green ammonia as a stepping stone to rapidly accelerate the hydrogen economy. 💡Why Ammonia? Existing Infrastructure: The global ammonia production, storage, and distribution network is already well-established, minimizing upfront investment. Familiar Technology: Safety standards, regulations, and handling practices for ammonia are well-defined, facilitating a smoother transition. Versatile Applications: Green ammonia can be used directly as a fuel, an energy carrier, a refrigerant, and a feedstock for various industrial and agricultural processes. 🌏 Key Takeaways: Challenges: By leveraging the existing ammonia infrastructure, we can bypass many of the hurdles associated with building a hydrogen economy from scratch. Clean Feedstock is Key: The success of this strategy hinges on producing green ammonia using renewable energy sources to create truly carbon-free hydrogen. Unlocking the Hydrogen Future: Ammonia can act as a bridge, enabling faster deployment of hydrogen technologies across multiple sectors- Global ammonia production by countries in 2023 is included. ✴ Benefits for Our Hydrogen Working Group: New Opportunities: Exploring ammonia-related technologies, projects, and business models can open up new avenues for innovation and growth. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with stakeholders in the existing ammonia industry can facilitate a smoother transition to a green ammonia-based economy. Policy Advocacy: The article provides valuable arguments for promoting policies that support green ammonia production and utilization. 🚀 Let's discuss how we can leverage ammonia to accelerate our journey towards a sustainable hydrogen future! #HydrogenEconomy #GreenAmmonia #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Decarbonization #CleanEnergy

Ammonia: The Shortcut to a Hydrogen Economy?⚡ This fascinating article by Erdemir and Dincer proposes a compelling strategy: using green ammonia as a stepping stone to rapidly accelerate the hydrogen economy. 💡Why Ammonia? Existing Infrastructure: The global ammonia production, storage, and distribution network is already well-established, minimizing upfront investment. Familiar Technology: Safety standards, regulations, and handling practices for ammonia are well-defined, facilitating a smoother transition. Versatile Applications: Green ammonia can be used directly as a fuel, an energy carrier, a refrigerant, and a feedstock for various industrial and agricultural processes. 🌏 Key Takeaways: Challenges: By leveraging the existing ammonia infrastructure, we can bypass many of the hurdles associated with building a hydrogen economy from scratch. Clean Feedstock is Key: The success of this strategy hinges on producing green ammonia using renewable energy sources to create truly carbon-free hydrogen. Unlocking the Hydrogen Future: Ammonia can act as a bridge, enabling faster deployment of hydrogen technologies across multiple sectors- Global ammonia production by countries in 2023 is included. ✴ Benefits for Our Hydrogen Working Group: New Opportunities: Exploring ammonia-related technologies, projects, and business models can open up new avenues for innovation and growth. Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with stakeholders in the existing ammonia industry can facilitate a smoother transition to a green ammonia-based economy. Policy Advocacy: The article provides valuable arguments for promoting policies that support green ammonia production and utilization. 🚀 Let's discuss how we can leverage ammonia to accelerate our journey towards a sustainable hydrogen future! #HydrogenEconomy #GreenAmmonia #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Decarbonization #CleanEnergy

🔥 News in the world of clean energy! Just read an insightful report titled "Hydrogen Production Technologies: A Review" by Mohamed A. Habib and team from the Interdisciplinary Research Center for Hydrogen and Energy Storage (IRC-HTCM) at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia. 🌍 Here are the key takeaways from the report: 1️⃣ Hydrogen is emerging as a promising clean energy alternative to meet future demands sustainably, especially if produced using renewable methods. It has the potential to significantly reduce GHG. 2️⃣ The review explores different production techniques for hydrogen, including steam methane reforming, biomass gasification, pyrolysis, and bio-photolysis. Steam methane reforming is currently the most established and cost-effective method, but biomass gasification and pyrolysis offer renewable options. 3️⃣ Enriching ammonia with hydrogen can enable carbon-free combustion, helping in carbon neutrality pursuits. However, minimizing resultant NOx emissions is crucial. 4️⃣ The report highlights the wide range of hydrogen applications, from transportation to power, and emphasizes its potential as a transformational energy carrier. 🌟 Moving forward, to address the challenges and unlock the full potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source, it is crucial to focus on the development and implementation of new technologies. These may include advancements in electrolysis, hydrogen storage, transportation infrastructure, and innovative production methods. #HydrogenProduction #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Decarbonization #Hydrogen

Harnessing Technology to Navigate the Future of Low-Carbon Hydrogen: Megatrends in LCA and Certification The low-carbon hydrogen market is rapidly expanding, driven by the global push for decarbonization. As this sector grows, ensuring the sustainability and low-carbon attributes of hydrogen products through robust life cycle assessment (LCA) and certification is becoming increasingly critical. However, LCA and certification processes face data availability, transparency, and efficiency challenges. In this article, we explore how advanced technologies like AI, blockchain, and IoT can help address these challenges and support the key megatrends shaping the LCA and certification landscape: 1. Enhancing LCA precision and depth with AI and machine learning 2. Ensuring secure and transparent certification with blockchain 3. Enabling real-time monitoring and safety enhancements through IoT and AI integration Addressing data availability and quality challenges with collaborative platforms and advanced analytics By harnessing the power of these technologies, stakeholders can navigate the megatrends of increasing demand for sustainability certifications, harmonization of LCA methodologies, expansion of LCA boundaries, and data challenges. The strategic application of AI, blockchain, and other technologies will be crucial for ensuring the accuracy, transparency, and efficiency of LCA and certification processes in the low-carbon hydrogen sector. As the hydrogen economy evolves, leveraging technology to align with these megatrends will be key to developing a robust, credible, and sustainable low-carbon hydrogen market. The future is low-carbon, and the time to harness technology is now.Read the full article to explore how technology can support the growth of the low-carbon hydrogen market: https://lnkd.in/dTjH3K7R #LowCarbonHydrogen #Decarbonization #LifeCycleAssessment #Sustainability #Certification #EnergyTransition #AI #Blockchain #IoT #TechForGood #RenewableEnergy #CleanTech #NetZero #ClimateAction #Innovation

📢 Exciting news for our Hydrogen Working Group Community! The Green Hydrogen Organisation released a comprehensive policy brief summarizing India's green hydrogen landscape in the first half of 2024. Here are some key takeaways: 🔝 India is taking CHARGE: ✅ National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM): Ambitious goals to produce 5 MMT of green hydrogen per year and add 125 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2030. ✅ Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT): Incentive programs are already underway to support green hydrogen and ammonia production, electrolyzer manufacturing, and pilot projects across key sectors like steel, shipping, and transport. ✅ Hydrogen Hubs: Dedicated regions are being developed to pool resources and drive large-scale green hydrogen production and utilization. 🔝 Beyond the Hype: ✅ Real Action: India is moving quickly, with policies already being implemented to stimulate demand and supply. ✅ State-Level Momentum: Many states are actively developing their own green hydrogen policies, complementing the national mission. ✅ International Collaboration: India is engaging in global partnerships and aiming to align with international standards for renewable hydrogen. ⚠ Challenges Remain: 1️⃣ Funding: While ambitious, increased funding could further accelerate the mission's progress. 2️⃣ Demand: Larger offtakes and sector-specific policies are needed to boost adoption. This policy brief is a MUST-READ for anyone interested in the rapidly evolving green hydrogen sector in India and the MENA regions. It provides valuable insights into the government's commitment, key initiatives, and the potential for future growth. #GreenHydrogen #HydrogenEconomy #India #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction

At the RICH (Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and Hydrogen) center at Khalifa University, our latest publication delves into the promising potential of Zinc Cadmium Sulfide (ZnxCd1-xS) photocatalysts for hydrogen production using seawater and wastewater. This approach addresses the critical challenge of producing clean energy while conserving vital water resources. This review paper, authored by our PhD student Sarah Hamdan, along with Prof. Giovanni Palmisano, Prof. Lourdes Vega, Dr. Khalid Al-Ali, Ahmed Oluwatobi Yusuf, PhD from RICH (Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and Hydrogen) center and Dr. Marica Muscetta from Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II (UniNa) / University of Naples Federico II, provides a detailed examination of the synthesis, characterization, and modification strategies for ZnxCd1-xS photocatalysts. The work highlights the RICH (Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and Hydrogen) Centre’s ongoing commitment to advancing technologies that can make a significant impact on the hydrogen economy and the broader energy transition. By focusing on practical applications and real-world challenges, RICH (Research and Innovation Center on CO2 and Hydrogen) continues to reinforce its position as a leader in the field of sustainable energy research. Our collaboration with international partners, including the Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II (UniNa) / University of Naples Federico II, demonstrates the global reach and impact of our work. Explore our findings https://www.ku.ac.ae/rich and learn more about how we’re driving the future of clean energy. #HydrogenEconomy #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #Collaboration #sustainabledevelopment

🌿 Exciting news in the world of Hydrogen! Deloitte Finance has released a groundbreaking report titled "Assessing Impact of Low Carbon Hydrogen Regulation in the EU." The report delves into the crucial role of clean hydrogen in achieving climate goals, focusing on regulatory frameworks and market structures. 📚 Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Clear regulation is essential for creating a robust hydrogen market and attracting investments. 2️⃣ The EU's low-carbon hydrogen regulation will impact industry competitiveness, requiring companies to adapt and innovate. 3️⃣ Diverse production routes, including grid-based electrolysis and fossil gas-based production with advanced CCS technologies, are crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 4️⃣ Balancing cost-effectiveness with environmental sustainability poses challenges that industry players need to address through technological advancements. 5️⃣ Collaboration and innovation within the hydrogen sector have the potential to drive forward the transition to a cleaner energy future. Let's ignite discussions and collaborative efforts within the Hydrogen community to pave the way for a sustainable and thriving hydrogen economy! 💡🌍 #HydrogenEconomy #CleanEnergyRevolution #Hydrogen #EU

🌿 Exciting news in the world of Hydrogen! Deloitte Finance has released a groundbreaking report titled "Assessing Impact of Low Carbon Hydrogen Regulation in the EU." The report delves into the crucial role of clean hydrogen in achieving climate goals, focusing on regulatory frameworks and market structures. 📚 Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Clear regulation is essential for creating a robust hydrogen market and attracting investments. 2️⃣ The EU's low-carbon hydrogen regulation will impact industry competitiveness, requiring companies to adapt and innovate. 3️⃣ Diverse production routes, including grid-based electrolysis and fossil gas-based production with advanced CCS technologies, are crucial for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 4️⃣ Balancing cost-effectiveness with environmental sustainability poses challenges that industry players need to address through technological advancements. 5️⃣ Collaboration and innovation within the hydrogen sector have the potential to drive forward the transition to a cleaner energy future. Let's ignite discussions and collaborative efforts within the Hydrogen community to pave the way for a sustainable and thriving hydrogen economy! 💡🌍 #HydrogenEconomy #CleanEnergyRevolution #Hydrogen #EU