The Biden administration’s goal to develop at least four regional hydrogen hubs is advancing with an $8 billion investment tailored to encourage development. The Department of Energy (DOE) said it would issue a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) in the near future. Prospective applicants have already expressed interest in the hydrogen hubs initiative, which became law…
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WEC Energy Piloting Second Hydrogen Blend at Natural Gas Power Plant
A partnership between Wärtsilä Corp., WEC Energy Group Inc., the Electric Power Research Institute Inc. (EPRI) and construction company Burns & McDonnell has been tapped to carry out hydrogen fuel testing at the A.J. Mihm natural gas-fired generating station near L’Anse, MI. “As we bring more renewable energy online, we must ensure that we can…
Shell Canada Among Backers of Montney Shale CCS Project
Provincial earth sciences agencies have made an opening move toward introducing carbon capture and storage (CCS) into the prolific Montney Shale gas production region in northeastern British Columbia (BC). Upstream activity has been rising in the gassy Montney. BC is also in the process of changing its natural gas and oil royalty system. Geoscience BC,…
Canada’s Commercial Options Growing for RNG, Biodiesel and Hydrogen Supply
Commercial options in Canada to buy renewable natural gas (RNG), biodiesel and hydrogen are continuing to emerge, as suppliers find markets for lower-carbon products. A C$600 million ($480 million) commitment to expand biodiesel in British Columbia (BC) by Parkland Corp. inspired Premier John Horgan to call the province “a clean energy powerhouse.” Calgary-based Parkland, a…
Australia Looking to Add Global LNG, Hydrogen Hub in Northern Territory
The Australian government plans to invest in the Northern Territory in the coming years to transform the region into a liquefied natural gas (LNG), hydrogen and manufacturing hub as global energy supplies tighten. The government intends to invest $2.6 billion in infrastructure projects across the territory, including a $1.5 billion investment in the Middle Arm…
National Grid Launches Plan to Replace Fossil Fuel Gas Network with RNG, Hydrogen
National Grid plc is working to replace all fossil fuel in its New York and Massachusetts gas networks with renewable natural gas (RNG) and hydrogen as a part of its path to net-zero emissions by 2050, the company announced. The London-based gas and electric utility announced the plans as a part of its overall blueprint…
Mid-Atlantic, New England Regions Looking to Build Regional Hydrogen Hub
Four Mid-Atlantic and New England states, along with 40 energy companies, have partnered to propose a regional hydrogen hub development as various parts of the country seek to secure federal funding. The governors of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Massachusetts said they would pursue $8 billion in federal funding provided through the Department of…
California Climate Goals Said Possible with Diversified Decarbonization
A study by San Diego Gas and Electric Co. (SDG&E) found that a diversified decarbonization approach is needed for California to hit its goal of carbon neutrality by 2045. This would include intense electrification, the use of clean fuels such as hydrogen and renewable natural gas (RNG), and carbon removal projects. “Accelerated electrification of transportation…
Suncor Shifting to Renewables, Hydrogen and Selling Wind and Solar Assets
Calgary-based Suncor Energy Inc. announced plans Monday to sell its wind and solar power assets to shift the focus of its environmental products division to renewable fuels and hydrogen. “We are adjusting our portfolio for fit and focus,” President Mark Little said. No target date and no asking prices were announced for divesting the green…
Texas Combined-Cycle Natural Gas-Hydrogen Project Proposed by Entergy
Entergy Corp. expects to reach a regulatory milestone soon for its proposed Bridge City, TX, power plant, which would be fueled by natural gas and hydrogen. The utility expects a Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) hearing in late April on its proposed 1.215 GW Orange County Advanced Power Station (OCAPS). “If approved, this will…