BASF has officially switched on Europe’s largest green hydrogen project at its Ludwigshafen, Germany chemicals site. This pioneering initiative marks a significant step in decarbonizing the industrial sector and advancing the hydrogen economy. The new 54-megawatt proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer, built in collaboration with Siemens Energy, is designed to produce zero-carbon hydrogen, supplying the …

The recent bankruptcy of Northvolt, once hailed as Europe’s best hope for establishing a strong domestic battery industry, has sent shockwaves across the continent, casting a shadow over its ambitious electric vehicle (EV) and clean energy goals. The Swedish company’s collapse highlights the significant challenges facing European manufacturers in their quest to compete with dominant …

China is intensifying its efforts to achieve its ambitious climate goals by prioritizing offshore wind energy development and implementing green trade measures. These strategic moves are designed to contribute to the nation’s commitment to peak carbon dioxide emissions before 2030 and achieve carbon neutrality before 2060, often referred to as the “30-60 goals”. Offshore Wind …

Newly appointed U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has pledged to dismantle the climate policies enacted by the Biden administration, signaling a significant shift in the nation’s energy strategy. Wright, a former fracking executive, made his pronouncements at the recent CERAWeek conference in Houston, Texas, an annual gathering of energy industry leaders. He articulated the Trump …

The Gode Wind 3 offshore wind farm in the German North Sea has commenced commercial operations, marking a significant step in Germany’s transition to green energy. The project, jointly owned by Ørsted and Nuveen Infrastructure, has an installed capacity of 253 MW, enough to power the equivalent of 250,000 German households. Gode Wind 3: Location …

The UK government is moving forward with its commitment to promote investment in long duration energy storage (LDES) technologies by publishing details on its “cap and floor” investment framework. This initiative aims to unlock billions in funding for vital projects, strengthen energy independence, create jobs, and help the UK become a clean energy superpower. The …