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Category Archives: Hydrogen
Who Owns the Future? Saudi Renewables and Hydrogen Leadership
Jeffrey Clark, President – Advanced Power Alliance In Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Province, along the Red Sea coast, a project of unprecedented scale is taking shape that could redefine the trajectory of the global energy economy. The NEOM Green Hydrogen Plant, a joint venture between NEOM, ACWA Power, and Air Products, is the largest green hydrogenContinue reading “Who Owns the Future? Saudi Renewables and Hydrogen Leadership”
America’s Hydrogen Opportunity
By Jeffrey Clark, Advanced Power Alliance Hydrogen has immense potential to drive American economic growth and job creation, while complementing our diverse energy portfolio – from natural gas and nuclear to solar and wind. However, the hydrogen production tax credit (45V) that supports the industry’s expansion is at risk of elimination in Congress. If the United States wants to maintain its global energy leadership into the next generation, tax creditsContinue reading “America’s Hydrogen Opportunity”
Texas Hydrogen Production Policy Council Releases Report to 89th Texas Legislature
Today, the Texas Hydrogen Production Policy Council released its report titled, “Hydrogen Energy Development in Texas – A Report for the 89th Texas Legislature“. The Council is composed of leaders from government and industry including: Christi Craddick, Chairman Railroad Commission of Texas; Richard Fenza, Air Liquide; Preston Kurtz, Air Products & Chemicals; Nigel Jenvey, BakerContinue reading “Texas Hydrogen Production Policy Council Releases Report to 89th Texas Legislature”
bp Completes Acquisition of Lightsource bp
bp has completed its acquisition of the remaining 50.03% interest in Lightsource bp, one of the world’s leading developers and operators of utility-scale solar and battery storage assets. In November 2023, bp announced it had agreed to acquire the 50.03% interest it did not already own in Lightsource bp, subject to certain closing conditions. WithContinue reading “bp Completes Acquisition of Lightsource bp”
Commentary: Turning the US Hydrogen Field of Dreams Into Reality
Perhaps a line from the classic American film “Field of Dreams” best summarizes the approach to hydrogen production and infrastructure: “If you build it, they will come.” This commentary appeared in Utility Dive on October 14, 2024: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/hydrogen-hubs-production-pipeline-doe-moonshot/729631/ by Jeremy Harrell is CEO of ClearPath Increasing manufacturing and energy production in the U.S. is obviously good economicContinue reading “Commentary: Turning the US Hydrogen Field of Dreams Into Reality”
Air Liquids CEO: Renewable Expansion Is Key to Texas’ Energy Dominance
by Adam Peters, in the Beaumont Enterprise, August 27, 2024: https://www.beaumontenterprise.com/opinions/columns/article/texas-energy-leader-19718987.php The State of Texas is a powerhouse: it generates more electricity than the rest of the country as a whole. In addition to producing nearly half of the U.S. crude oil and nearly one-third of U.S. natural gas, it also provides over a quarterContinue reading “Air Liquids CEO: Renewable Expansion Is Key to Texas’ Energy Dominance”
Constellation Accepting Applications for 2024 Energy to Educate Grant Program
Grants have provided nearly $6 million to date for STEM education and research programs, reaching nearly 300,000 students nationwide. Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG), the nation’s largest producer of carbon-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and services, announced today it is now accepting applications for its 2024 E2 Energy to Educate grant program, which provides funding forContinue reading “Constellation Accepting Applications for 2024 Energy to Educate Grant Program”
U.S. Set to Overtake China as Leading Clean Hydrogen Producer by 2025
US Poised to Become Global Leader in Clean Hydrogen Production According to reporting from Cipher, the United States is projected to become the world’s top clean hydrogen producer by next year, surpassing China, according to BloombergNEF’s latest projections shared with the reporters. This development highlights the U.S.’s significant role in the global transition to sustainableContinue reading “U.S. Set to Overtake China as Leading Clean Hydrogen Producer by 2025”
APA Board of Directors Elects 2024-2025 Leadership Team
Executive Committee will bring diverse expertise and perspectives to guide the organization’s legislative, regulatory, and political efforts across the states. During its Board of Directors meeting held on June 19, the board of directors of the Advanced Power Alliance (APA) elected its 2024-2025 Executive Committee. The new leadership team reflects the diverse interests and engagementContinue reading “APA Board of Directors Elects 2024-2025 Leadership Team”