New Energies, new possibilities

Verdagy has announced a strategic partnership with Petron Scientech, which will use over 320 MW of Verdagy’s eDynamic® electrolyzers to produce green hydrogen for integration into Petron’s first biorefinery project for the production of SAF and e-methanol.
The two companies are collaborating on several biorefinery projects to produce SAF, e-methanol and bio-chemicals and polymers.

Commenting on the partnership, Yogi Sarin, CEO of Petron Scientech, said: “Petron is developing several sustainability-focused, low carbon-intensity score, biorefineries and is engaged with leading airlines for the offtake of SAF made using Petron’s ethanol and bio-ethylene technologies as well as with shipping companies on the offtake of e-methanol, produced using green hydrogen. We were seeking a green hydrogen solution partner that integrates well with our biorefineries/renewable chemicals, has leading performance, and the technology expertise to scale to multiple GWs in a capital-efficient manner. Verdagy fits the bill perfectly and we look forward to collaborating with the company on several projects globally.”

Verdagy’s CEO Marty Neese added: “We are excited to collaborate with Petron to grow the SAF and biofuels markets. Verdagy’s mission is to provide green hydrogen at fossil parity costs, without subsidies, within five years, to drive mass adoption and to meaningfully lower carbon emissions.  Our electrolyzers pair seamlessly in real-time with renewable intermittent energy sources, and our industry-leading efficiency and operating range maximize asset utilization, leading to the lowest levelized cost of hydrogen (LCOH) in the world today.”

Boeing is investing an undisclosed amount in the development of green-hydrogen-based sustainable aviation fuel (e-SAF) production projects, in conjunction with Norwegian producer Norsk e-Fuel, the companies have announced.

“While we’re not sharing our specific investment figures, the investment is being directed towards the project development of projects in our pipeline,” a spokeswoman for Norsk e-Fuel tells Hydrogen Insight.

The deal will also see Boeing “supporting one of Europe’s first industrial scale power-to-liquids (PtL) facilities”.

The most advanced of Norsk e-Fuels three announced projects is Project Mosjøen in northern Norway, which would produce up to 40 million tonnes of e-SAF annually by combining green hydrogen with captured carbon dioxide from biogenic sources.

“This fuel can reduce the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions of air travel by over 90% compared to conventional jet fuel,” the two companies state in a press release.

“Boeing’s investment will contribute to achieving the SAF volumes needed by the EU commitments and strengthen national energy security across the Nordics.” This is a reference to the ReFuelEU Aviation directive, agreed by EU member states in 2023, which mandates that 1.2% of all fuel used by planes leaving EU airports in 2030-31 to be made from green hydrogen and captured CO2, rising gradually to 35% in 2050.

“The partnership will also inform policies that enable the economic viability of the global SAF industry, while supporting long-term competitiveness of the aviation industry in the region,” they added.

Norsk e-Fuel chief operating officer Lars Bjørn Larsen said: “Our goal is to make e-fuels competitive with and eventually replace fossil fuels in critical infrastructures as SAF needs to become readily accessible and affordable for advancing aviation’s decarbonization.

“Boeing’s investment will further accelerate our project pipeline and will facilitate the broader aviation industry’s transition to net-zero emissions.”

And Steve Gillard, Boeing’s regional sustainability director for Europe, Middle East, Türkiye, Africa and Central Asia, added: “Our support of and collaboration with Norsk e-Fuel underscores the importance of using fossil-free energy to accelerate SAF production, which is key to reducing aviation’s carbon emissions towards 2050.

“Our partnership to advance e-fuels will help mobilize the commercialization of SAF in the Nordics and across the world, increasing accessibility and availability for our customers as we help build a robust SAF ecosystem.”

Source: HydrogenInsight

Sungrow Hydrogen has signed an agreement with ACME Group for the supply of electrolytic hydrogen production equipment for a 320-MW green ammonia project in Oman.

According to the agreement, Sungrow Hydrogen will provide multiple sets of 1,000-Nm³/h alkaline hydrogen production equipment along with flexible green hydrogen production solutions for the project. Delivery is expected to be completed by the end of 2025.

The project forms a core part of ACME’s green energy strategy in the Middle East and is scheduled to commence operations in 2026. Once operational, the initial capacity for green ammonia production will be 300 tonnes per day.

The signing of this agreement also marks the beginning of a formal partnership between ACME Group and Sungrow Hydrogen in the Middle East.

Source:  Hydrogentechworld

Nel – Preferred partner for Norwegian Hydrogen’s Rjukan project

The town of Rjukan holds a unique place in both Norway’s industrial history and Nel’s legacy. Nestled in the rugged landscapes of Telemark, Rjukan is famously known as a hub of innovation dating back to the early 20th century, when Norsk Hydro established its operations there to harness the region’s abundant hydroelectric power. The town was the birthplace of large-scale hydrogen production in Norway, serving as a cornerstone for the country’s early development in renewable energy and industrial chemistry.

For Nel, Rjukan represents a historic milestone. The town was home to the largest electrolyser ever built in Norway, boasting a remarkable capacity of 167 MW. This electrolyser, constructed in the mid-20th century, marked a significant achievement in large-scale hydrogen production. Decades later, Rjukan is poised to reclaim its legacy of innovation as it becomes a central location for the rollout of Nel’s next-generation electrolyser technology platform.

Under the terms of the LoI, Nel will supply a 25 MW pressurized alkaline electrolyser to Norwegian Hydrogen’s project at Rjukan, delivered in phases. This project represents a critical step in advancing the deployment of cutting-edge hydrogen production technologies. The prototype for the electrolyser is currently under construction at Nel’s facility in Notodden, underscoring the company’s commitment to leveraging its Norwegian roots to drive technological progress.

A fusion of historical significance and forward-looking innovation

Nel also plans to manufacture the new technology at its facility in Herøya, Norway. As announced in October 2024, the EU’s Innovation Fund granted Nel EUR 135 million in support to accelerate the industrialization of its pressurized alkaline platform, positioning Herøya as a strategic hub for innovation in hydrogen technology.

The collaboration at Rjukan symbolizes a fusion of historical significance and forward-looking innovation, solidifying the town’s role as a key player in the global transition to green energy.

Source: Hydrogencentral

On January 3, 2025, China Huadian Group unveiled two state-of-the-art hydrogen production systems—a 500Nm³/h PEM electrolyzer and a 3300Nm³/h alkaline electrolyzer—at its Huadian (Tianjin) High-End Intelligent Manufacturing and Innovation Base. Additionally, the launch of a 2.5MW PEM electrolyzer demonstration platform solidified Huadian's role in advancing China’s hydrogen technology, filling critical domestic gaps in large-scale hydrogen production and supporting the nation’s dual carbon goals.

The 500Nm³/h PEM electrolyzer, co-developed with the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, boasts reduced precious metal loading by 30%, a high current density of 3A/cm², and a hydrogen production capacity of 500Nm³/h per unit. Similarly, the 3300Nm³/h alkaline electrolyzer achieves double the current density of conventional models, improved energy efficiency, and a 50% reduction in tank weight. The 2.5MW PEM platform, the largest of its kind in China, provides a robust testing foundation for future megawatt-scale electrolyzers, marking a significant step forward in the hydrogen energy sector.

The "Huazhen" 3300Nm 3 /h alkaline electrolyzer that rolled off the production line this time was independently developed by Huadian Science and Industry, and has high current density, high energy utilization efficiency, and high resistance to reverse current. The product's operating current density is ≥6000A/m 2 , which is about 100% higher than the current density of conventional thousand-cubic-meter electrolyzers, and the tank weight is about 50% lower than that of traditional electrolyzers of the same scale; the electrolyzer load adjustment range is 20%-110%, and the overall performance indicators have achieved a leapfrog improvement.

The 2.5 MW PEM electrolyzer demonstration platform launched at the same time is currently the industry's largest PEM test platform. It is of great significance to the development of megawatt-level electrolyzer testing and verification capabilities in the hydrogen energy industry, and will provide a solid foundation for my country's high-power PEM electrolyzer product research and development and technological updates.

Source: Fuel Cells Works