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Hydrogen, the most abundant element in the universe, offers a promising low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels. When used as a fuel, it produces only heat and water vapor, emitting no greenhouse gases.  This versatility, along with its ability to be stored and transported, positions hydrogen as a critical resource in reducing emissions and supporting sustainable development. Learn more via Context Newsroom: https://lnkd.in/exQApDCa

The race is on to reduce the cost of clean hydrogen to USD$1/kg by the end of this decade! In this week's WRC Seminar Series, research associate Dr. Zhijie Chen shared the latest progress in his work repurposing waste products and wastewater to create clean hydrogen. His presentation, titled ‘Circular Economy-Driven Sustainable Green Hydrogen Energy’, covered a range of solutions: 🖥 Converting electronic waste into catalysts 💩 Developing industrial and residential wastewater electrolysis systems 🌲 Creating woodwaste-based electrodes 🥤 Electro-upcycling of waste plastic Interested in the potential of this research? Reach out to Dr. Zhijie Chen! The Hydrogen Earthshot seeks to reduce the cost of hydrogen down from USD$5/kg in 2021 to USD$1/kg in 2031. Read more about the USA Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), U.S. Department of Energy 's ‘Energy Earthshots Initiative’ here: https://lnkd.in/eytmPHj. UNSW Institute for Industrial Decarbonisation #hydrogen #circulareconomy #water #wastewater

The role of green hydrogen in today's society can be vast and transformative. Learn more about the industries on which Hydrogen can have a key impact by reading the article down below. #greenhydrogen #decarbonization #waterelectrolysis https://lnkd.in/d79QjpQW

Extremely interesting article around unlocking green hydrogen from oceans. This area is relevant for the energy transition and as the sector has come up against chlorine challenges, could this be the answer to solving this part of the puzzle? https://lnkd.in/edyV-p4E

As I explained in this article for the Hydrogen Economist. The new rules defining low-carbon hydrogen and fuels are a crucial move towards our collective decarbonisation efforts. However, these developments come with significant implications: 1️⃣ Possible bottlenecks for first movers which could spread the risk sentiment to other market stakeholders: While point-to-point data is consolidated (#EUMethaneRegulation), the spectrum of upstream emissions from natural gas suppliers (CO2+CH4) is so large that setting a one-size-fits-all standard value is a highly perilous exercise with clear winners and losers. Lack of data and ambiguity regarding the future evolution of the threshold may cause regulatory bottlenecks, leading to potential delays in low-carbon hydrogen projects. This particularly affects first-mover projects that should get some warranties during the market scale-up ⏳⚖️ 2️⃣ Economic and competitive impact: Uneven opportunities for member states based on access to clean electricity may slow hydrogen tech deployment across the EU. This disparity could hinder economic growth and broad-scale adoption of hydrogen solutions, impacting our competitive stance globally. 💼🔄 3️⃣ Decarbonization milestones at risk: The current 70% GHG emissions reduction threshold for low-carbon hydrogen production is viewed as inadequate for meeting long-term EU net-zero targets. More stringent criteria and larger regulatory visibility on the evolution of the threshold are necessary to align with our 2050 climate goals. The hydrogen industry is not like the car OEM industry. It cannot afford the uncertainties of introducing new standards every 4-5 years (i.e. Euro 1 regulation was introduced in 1992, and Euro 7 was adopted in 2024) 🌱♻️ These new rules by the EU represent both a challenge and an opportunity for the energy sector to innovate and adapt. As we navigate these complexities, collaboration and continued dialogue within the industry are essential. Let's work together to power a greener future! 🚜🔋 ...The rules are still open for consultation until this Friday Oct. 25... Bernhard Lorentz, Johannes Trüby, Johannes Brauer #Hydrogen #Decarbonization #EURegulations #EnergyTransition #Sustainability #Innovation

Interested in learning more about hydrogen and how it can contributed to our net zero targets for a sustainable future? We are running a free online seminar tomorrow at lunch time (11:00 BST). Phil Longhurst, Professor of Environment and Energy Technology at Cranfield University, will be addressing "the Importance of Hydrogen in Achieving Net Zero". Register here: https://lnkd.in/ein7zUmv #Cranfield #MSc #Hydrogen #HydrogenEconomy #NetZero #SustainableEnergy #postgraduatestudy

To use green energy to ultimately produce green hydrogen energy to produce electricity makes absolutely no sense. All the system losses in this process would simply be eliminated by connecting solar / wind directly to the grid. Use nuclear to produce green hydrogen for green energy for industry, transportation and heating makes much more sense. What are your thoughts?

There are 60 Hydrogen Events on this list from all over the globe. I am aware of three this year that are not on this list. I am all for decarbonizing the planet but I do wonder what the carbon impact of all these conferences is? Has anyone done the math? There’s surely a multitude of business class flights here. 🤔 Maybe we should build some green or blue hydrogen plants instead of just talking about. https://lnkd.in/gUSx4qyC

🌍 Hydrogen: A Clean Path to Decarbonization 🌱 Hydrogen is redefining energy transitions, offering a versatile alternative to fossil fuels. In 2023, blue hydrogen dominated global production with 4,687.3 kilotons, while green hydrogen trailed at 147.6 kilotons. Key challenges? High costs and inefficiencies in electrolysis. But innovation is accelerating—China and Asia Pacific are leading green hydrogen investments. 🌏 Is green hydrogen the key to a sustainable future, or do we need to focus on improving blue hydrogen? 🤔💡 #DrAlaaInsights #Energiezukunft #LinkedInNewsDACH #LinkedInNews #CleanEnergy #HydrogenEconomy #Decarbonization #GreenHydrogen #BlueHydrogen #Sustainability #EnergyInnovation

Hydrogen: A Green Energy Revolution or an Expensive Gamble? Hydrogen is touted as the key to a sustainable, carbon-free future, offering zero-emission vehicles and clean industrial processes. Imagine a world powered by the most abundant element in the universe—sounds ideal, right? But the high costs and inefficiencies in production and storage pose significant challenges. Can advancements in technology and strategic government incentives bridge this gap quickly enough? The potential is immense, but how do we balance innovative breakthroughs with practical implementation? As we push towards a hydrogen-powered future, how do we ensure it delivers on its promise without breaking the bank? Read our opinion here- https://lnkd.in/dJrjiPJ5 #Hydrogen #TerraInvest #SustainableDevelopment