Hydrogen

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday reiterated the need to upskill and reskill Filipino seafarers so they can keep pace with the global shipping industry's green transition. Marcos said the Commission on Higher Education and the Maritime Industry Authority—agencies in charge of overseeing the country's maritime…

Morocco's OCP to invest $7 billion in an ammonia factory utilizing green hydrogen from renewable fuel for enhanced productivity and low-carbon targets.  OCP's strategy aligns with Morocco's industrial plan to decrease energy imports and promote renewable energy solutions.  The investment contributes to Morocco's broader goal of increasing renewable energy capacity…

The justices not did comment in turning away an appeal from Victor Skaar, an Air Force veteran in his mid-80s. | J. Scott Applewhite/AP Photo WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected an appeal on behalf of some U.S. veterans who want disability benefits because they were exposed to…

Oman could turn into one of the biggest hydrogen suppliers in the world, the International Energy Agency has forecast in a recent report. The tiny Gulf sultanate currently generates some 60% of its export earnings from oil and gas but has set itself ambitious net-zero targets that would involve leveraging…

Leading global brands have expressed their hopes of leading green development in their respective industries at the Shanghai International Carbon Neutrality Expo. The ongoing expo in Shanghai sees over 600 domestic and international exhibitors from various sectors, including transportation, construction, and finance, showcasing low-carbon and eco-friendly applications. The four-day event…

The deputy assistant secretary provides a status report on the DOE’s Hydrogen Hub initiative, the role of the national laboratories in researching new battery technology and progress toward electrification across America. How do I subscribe? Apple Podcasts: “Shift: A podcast about mobility” is available on the iTunes Store and through the…

Modern electric vehicles aren't very practical for endurance races due to the long charging times, but Toyota may have an alternative. Its Gazoo Racing unit has unveiled a GR H2 Racing Concept that's designed to compete in the Le Mans 24 Hours race's new hydrogen car category. The automaker isn't…

British Columbia’s difficult-to-decarbonize commercial transportation sector is getting a hydrogen-powered boost toward the clean-transportation economy. The Province is providing $4 million to support the BC Hydrogen Ports Project (BCH2 Ports Project), one of the first of its kind in Canada. “We’re working to reduce emissions in B.C.’s commercial transport sector,…

TOKYO, June 6 (Reuters) - Japan plans to invest 15 trillion yen ($107.5 billion) over the next 15 years to supply the country with hydrogen, the government said on Tuesday, as it accelerates efforts to use the gas to shift to a low carbon economy. Around the world, countries are…

Researchers have elucidated the process by which an activated catalyst can break down the strong carbon-hydrogen (C-H) bonds of alkanes such as methane, a potent greenhouse gas. The study reveals the catalyst becomes active by a short flash of light, proceeding to break down the C-H bonds almost without any…