Flying fuel cell concept unveiled as MTU and DLR collaborate on liquid hydrogen power system
Recently, MTU Aero Engines is developing a Flying Fuel Cell™ (FFC) concept. Converting liquid hydrogen into electrical energy for use in aviation. The concept will take place in Munich, Germany, and involves an efficient electric motor-driven propeller. It can used for shorter commuter and regional flights and is planned for implementation in 2025.
Finland’s four energy giants join forces to create an industrial hydrogen valley
Four Finnish energy companies have joined forces to develop an industrial hydrogen valley in the Nordic countries, Neste Corporation, Gasgrid Finland, Helen and Vantaa Energy revealed on June 20. They have started preliminary studies for an industrial hydrogen valley in the Uusimaa region of southwestern Finland. The hydrogen valley planned to combine renewable hydrogen infrastructure. The storage and delivery and is intended to serve both producers and consumers of hydrogen.
SSE first to trial First Hydrogen’s hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles
First Hydrogen recently announced that SSE will be the first utility to trial its hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in the U.K. SSE now has one of the largest fleets in the U.K. and committed to converting its 2,500 vehicles to electric to support the goal of achieving net zero emissions.
Air Liquide becomes official sponsor of hydrogen fuel for the Paris Olympics
On June 26th, Air Liquide announced its partnership with the Paris Organizing Committee of the Olympic Games. Air Liquide is the “Official Supporter” of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The group will provide renewable hydrogen for the official vehicles of the Games (hundreds of Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicles) during the Paris Games.
Portugal to start blending 10% hydrogen fuel in natural gas pipeline network
Portugal will begin blending 10 percent hydrogen fuel in its natural gas pipeline network. The country is adapting its gas network in order to start transporting blended fuels as early as this year. The information comes from a statement released by Portugal’s REN. The Portuguese government plans to hold its first green hydrogen auction later this year. This expected to happen in the second half of 2023. The winner of the auction will sell hydrogen, which will injected into the country’s natural gas pipelines.
Forbes International Tower will be the first skyscraper in the world to operate with the LOHC hydrogen system
“The Forbes International Building will be the first project in the world to use entirely liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) systems. The Booth International Building utilizes H2-Enterprises’ proprietary technology. It uses previously non-recyclable plastic and other organic waste as a feedstock for energy production. Utilizing Schneider Electric’s innovative energy management digital solutions to produce clean hydrogen. Not only does it address key energy challenges, but it also provides 24/7 power needs for the tower’s operations in a sustainable manner.
Nel Receives Purchase Order for 16 Hydrogen Refueling Stations in California
Nel Hydrogen Inc., a subsidiary of Nel ASA (Nel,OSE:NEL). It has received a firm purchase order from an undisclosed energy company in the United States. for the delivery of 16 hydrogen refueling stations to be deployed in California, USA. The total value of the purchase order is approximately $24 million. This includes the previously announced amount of approximately $7 million in capacity set-aside agreements.
The world’s first offshore hydrogen production project has started producing the first green hydrogen
Lhyfe is testing the Sealhyfe offshore hydrogen production platform in France after it towed last month to the SEMV-REV offshore test site connected to BW Ideol’s floating wind turbine Floatgen, which began producing first hydrogen on June 20, according to a June 27 report. Sealhyfe is expected to be able to produce up to 400 kilograms of hydrogen per day.
Germany and South Africa to deepen cooperation in the field of green hydrogen
On June 27, it reported that South African Minister of Power in the Presidency Ramohoopa and German Deputy Chancellor Habeck signed a joint declaration of intent to establish a South African-German working group on hydrogen energy. The working group will study how to create, develop and grow a green hydrogen market. The collaboration aims to connect South African developers with German offtakers. The German offtaker will seek to provide additional funding for green hydrogen projects and create commercially viable projects in South Africa.
ZeroAvia plans a series of hydrogen power technology modifications for Bombardier CRJs
ZeroAvia, a developer of zero-emission hydrogen-electric aerodynamic power systems, revealed at the recent Paris Air Show that the CRJ700 aircraft could retrofitted with the company’s ZA 2000RJ power system and identified “clear applications” for the Bombardier CRJ. Hydrogen power technology. A technical study conducted by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries RJ Aerospace Group (MHIRJ). A subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and the OEM of the CRJ family of aircraft, also found that the CRJ500 and CRJ900 are likely to be suitable for hydrogen conversion.