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December 26, 2024
Regulation and infrastructure: Germany’s challenges in achieving green hydrogen targets

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 26, 2024 Keep reading

Germany has committed to doubling its green hydrogen production, aiming to reach 10 GW by 2030. However, significant obstacles remain in regulation, infrastructure, and international collaboration. Juan F. Zurbarán shared insights with Energía Estratégica España about the role of the European Hydrogen Bank and the IF24 auction in meeting these objectives.

December 25, 2024
Spain strengthens its renewable leadership: solar and wind drive the energy mix in 2024.

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 25, 2024 Keep reading

In one year, Spain increased its renewable generation capacity by 19% in solar and 2.7% in wind, reaching a renewable share of 56% in the electricity mix. Regions such as Andalusia and Extremadura stand out in driving solar energy, while Castile and León leads in wind energy.

December 24, 2024
EDP completes the environmental processing of the Soto de Ribera renewable hydrogen project.

by Energía Estratégica Dec 24, 2024 Keep reading

It receives the Integrated Environmental Authorization from the Ministry of Ecological Transition, Industry, and Economic Development.

December 23, 2024Spain accelerates its technological leadership in the renewable hydrogen industry

Miguel A. Peña

Secretary

Spanish Hydrogen Association (AeH2)

December 23, 2024
Spain accelerates its technological leadership in the renewable hydrogen industry

by Milena Giorgi Dec 23, 2024 Keep reading

With integrated projects and economies of scale, Spain consolidates its position in the development of renewable hydrogen. Miguel A. Peña from AeH2 highlights key initiatives and technologies such as alkaline electrolysis, which are essential for the global energy transition.

December 23, 2024
Peña from AeH2: “The second auction of the European Hydrogen Bank is key to consolidating a robust market.”

by Milena Giorgi Dec 23, 2024 Keep reading

With three projects awarded in the first auction and strong interest in the second, Spain consolidates its role in renewable hydrogen, driven by exceptional resources and a key strategic position for the European energy transition.

December 18, 2024
DH2 Energy bets on green hydrogen with an ambitious roadmap in Spain.

by Milena Giorgi Dec 18, 2024 Keep reading

The company highlights the need for a consolidated market and robust transport infrastructure to boost this technology in the Iberian Peninsula.

December 17, 2024
Biomethane, hydrogen, and offshore wind: Poland’s key cards for 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 17, 2024 Keep reading

Poland is advancing towards a cleaner energy future, with a strong focus on technologies such as offshore wind, biomethane, and green hydrogen. However, regulatory and infrastructural challenges continue to dictate the pace of its energy transition, with 2025 poised to be a pivotal year in solidifying its role in Europe’s green transition.

December 17, 2024
The MIBGAS IBHYX index debuts with a price of €5.85/kg as a key signal for the green hydrogen market.

by Milena Giorgi Dec 17, 2024 Keep reading

MIBGAS launches the MIBGAS IBHYX index with an initial price of €5.85/kg, reflecting the production cost of renewable hydrogen in the Iberian Peninsula. This indicator aims to bring transparency to the market, although experts like Marcos Rupérez and Eugenio Trillo highlight the challenges for this price to be accepted in the market.

December 16, 2024
Legal boost for renewables in Poland: key reforms and their implications

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2024 Keep reading

Recent reforms in Poland, such as easing the 10H Rule and renewable energy auctions, are reshaping the country’s energy landscape. These measures aim to remove regulatory hurdles and accelerate the growth of key technologies.

December 16, 2024
Hydrogen progress in Europe: Over 600 projects mapped in the new updated map

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2024 Keep reading

The updated hydrogen infrastructure map in Europe highlights the sector’s growth with over 600 projects in production, transmission, storage, and distribution. Among them, the new projects presented to TYNDP2024 solidify their role in the energy transition.

December 16, 2024
The Netherlands accelerates its energy transition with key projects towards 2050

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 16, 2024 Keep reading

The Netherlands is implementing ambitious projects to transform its energy infrastructure. With comprehensive planning, the country is heading towards energy sustainability through investments in renewable energies, hydrogen systems, and the modernization of electricity grids.

December 13, 2024
The UK’s wildcard to accelerate the energy transition by 2030

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 13, 2024 Keep reading

The UK’s Department for Energy Security and Net Zero announced its commitment to developing a business model to support the deployment of Hydrogen in Energy (H2P). This technology will be crucial for the transition to a clean and flexible energy system, replacing unabated gas generation and contributing to net zero emission targets.

December 13, 2024
The executive from Enagás will lead the European Hydrogen Network Operators’ Network.

by Energía Estratégica Dec 13, 2024 Keep reading

Enagás strengthens its leadership in the European hydrogen sector with this key appointment to the European Network of Network Operators for Hydrogen (ENNOH).

December 12, 2024
Italy Bets on Green Hydrogen: Barriers and Opportunities in Its National Strategy

by Emilia Lardizabal Dec 12, 2024 Keep reading

Italy unveils an ambitious strategy to integrate green hydrogen into its energy and industrial matrix, highlighting investments of up to €57 billion by 2050. Dr.Prof. Gaetano Santonocito, states that a progressive market development is expected in the coming years, although certain challenges need to be addressed.

December 12, 2024
The European challenge: integrating renewable electricity and green hydrogen for the energy transition

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 12, 2024 Keep reading

The European Union faces the challenge of combining renewable electricity and green hydrogen to achieve its decarbonization goals. The complementarity and competition between these energy resources present technological, economic, and political challenges, while efforts are made to overcome intermittency and move towards long-term energy storage.

December 11, 2024
The AGH2 maps 30 green hydrogen initiatives in Galicia with investments of €2.1 billion

by Milena Giorgi Dec 11, 2024 Keep reading

The Galician Hydrogen Association presented a report by the Galician H2 Alliance, which identifies 30 projects in development and 91 key entities in the green hydrogen value chain. A Coruña leads in the number of projects, while the need for improvements in electrical infrastructure is highlighted.

December 11, 2024
Renewable Energy in Europe: France and Germany Lead, While Italy and the United Kingdom Face Challenges

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 11, 2024 Keep reading

France and Germany stand out in the transition towards systems powered by 100% renewable energy, while Italy, the United Kingdom, and other European countries face challenges in investment and development. A detailed analysis based on the Climate Action Network report.

December 9, 2024
Industrial decarbonization on hold: the bottleneck of Spain’s electricity grid

by Milena Giorgi Dec 9, 2024 Keep reading

According to Pedro González, General Director of AEGE, “More than 14 GW are trapped in a regulatory limbo, affecting the energy transition and industrial development.”

December 6, 2024
United Kingdom: 20 GW of battery capacity needed by 2025

by Lucia Colaluce Dec 6, 2024 Keep reading

The United Kingdom plans to integrate 20 GW of battery storage capacity into its energy system by 2025, according to Paul Monks, Chief Scientific Advisor at the Department for Energy. This step is crucial to stabilizing a grid increasingly dominated by renewable energy, amidst challenges in infrastructure and market incentives.

December 5, 2024
New rules and challenges mark the second European green hydrogen auction

by Milena Giorgi Dec 5, 2024 Keep reading

The second European Hydrogen Bank auction brings significant changes for renewable projects in Europe. With a budget of 1.2 billion euros, it aims to strengthen the sector, although it faces criticism for technical criteria and access barriers for smaller players.

December 4, 2024
They warn that many of the grants awarded to renewable hydrogen could be returned.

by Milena Giorgi Dec 4, 2024 Keep reading

Rumors are growing about the cancellation of the Pioneros and Grandes Demostradores programs by IDAE, funded by Next Generation funds, due to the lack of hydrogen buyers. The grants, which can reach up to 15 million euros per project, have failed to guarantee economic viability in a sector full of uncertainties.