Record-high amounts of smelly sargassum seaweed are covering Florida's beaches, with researchers warning Louisiana and Texas could be next. The bloom, driven by ocean currents and nutrients, emits a rotten egg smell and can cause skin rashes and respiratory irritation.
A San Martino di Trecate (NO) è nato il nuovo impianto di idrogeno verde nella raffineria Sarpom, parte della Hydrogen Valley del Nord-Ovest. Finanziato da MASE e Regione Piemonte, servirà a decarbonizzare la raffineria e rifornire due aree di servizio in Piemonte e Lombardia.
Venerdì 19 giugno inaugura a San Martino di Trecate (Novara) un nuovo impianto di produzione di idrogeno verde. L'impianto, realizzato con fondi Pnrr, servirà a decarbonizzare i processi industriali e a rifornire due aree di servizio per il trasporto stradale.
Hyundai Motor Group will implement a clean hydrogen energy system at South Korea's Antarctic research station, reducing reliance on diesel generators. The system converts surplus solar energy into hydrogen, which is then used to produce electricity via fuel cells when solar power is limited.
El Niño has arrived, promising a wet winter in the Southwest and fewer Atlantic hurricanes. However, a potential super El Niño could significantly alter global weather patterns, with implications for disaster preparedness and climate change adaptation.
Europe's second-largest port, Antwerp-Bruges, is intensifying efforts to increase Indian exports and become a green hydrogen import hub, despite a recent decline in cargo volumes between India and the port. Officials are investigating the reasons for this trend.
China plans to reduce terminal hydrogen prices to below 25 yuan/kg by 2030, aiming for 100,000 fuel cell vehicles. Current prices exceed 35 yuan/kg. Key challenges include reducing green electricity costs for hydrogen production and improving storage density. The industry is transitioning towards commercialization.
South Korea has proposed a $2.3 billion investment in Canada's hydrogen-powered trucking industry, creating 9,000 jobs, as part of its bid for a 12-submarine contract. The offer, code-named "Project Beaver," aims to boost its chances against German competitor Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems.
South Korea has proposed 'Project Beaver,' a $3.4 billion (3.1 billion CAD) hydrogen truck initiative to Canada, linked to Hanwha Ocean's bid for a next-generation submarine contract. The project involves building hydrogen plants and manufacturing facilities in Canada, creating an estimated 9,000 jobs.
India is launching a pilot project for hydrogen-powered buses and trucks on 10 roads, with major companies like Reliance, Tata, NTPC, and Ashok Leyland participating. The initiative aims to position India as an energy exporter.
The Sun has experienced a 'black explosion' where a cloud of neutral hydrogen blocked solar radiation. This phenomenon, observed at 10:00 Moscow time, creates the appearance of a "black blanket" on the Sun's surface until the hydrogen is fully ionized or moves away.
Blue Origin CEO Dave Limp announced the company aims to launch its New Glenn rocket again before the end of 2026, despite a recent spectacular explosion. The launch site LC-36A sustained damage, but key infrastructure remains intact. A realistic rebuild timeline is estimated at 12-18 months.
Hong Kong is positioned as a crucial "pressure test" for hydrogen technology and a "pass" to the international market. Its dense population and complex terrain make it a challenging environment for hydrogen development, meaning any technology that passes safety verification in Hong Kong can be applied globally. The city is also involved in standard-setting and attracting international cooperation in the hydrogen sector.
South Korea's Industrial Convergence Regulatory Sandbox Committee approved 12 regulatory exceptions, including advanced cell therapy for rare lymphoma patients and underground hydrogen infrastructure. This allows for commercial clinical trials of patient-derived cell therapies and the construction of underground hydrogen storage facilities, paving the way for hydrogen economy growth.
Egypt has delivered its first hydrogen buses to Austria for use in Carinthia. The MCV C127 FC LE buses, featuring Canadian fuel cells and advanced storage systems, will operate on regional and intercity routes starting June, marking the largest hydrogen bus deployment in Austria's history.
Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike called for international collaboration on green hydrogen technology, urging startups, SMEs, and local governments in Japan, Europe, and Kazakhstan to share best practices and capital to overcome production costs and infrastructure challenges.
A new China-Vietnam rail freight route has opened, with the first shipment of 170 tons of calcium hydroxide departing from Guangxi, China, to Vietnam. This route aims to enrich cargo variety and boost trade between the two countries.
A "Hydrogen Car Challenge 2026 - Youth Tech for Good AI Programming Car Competition" was held in Hong Kong on May 20, bringing together youth from Hong Kong and mainland China. The event aimed to foster exchange and friendship through AI programming and eco-friendly hydrogen-powered cars.
Delhi's new hydrogen buses offer a 250km range but face high costs, limited infrastructure, and competition from EVs. Experts question their scalability for city transport due to operational expenses and energy efficiency concerns.
A Hong Kong think tank, Our Hong Kong Foundation, has released a report recommending the city prioritize hydrogen adoption for heavy vehicles and industrial areas to meet its 2050 carbon neutrality goal. The report outlines nine recommendations for vehicle uptake, testing, supply, and governance.
German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder visited Toyota's fuel cell factory, highlighting the joint development of hydrogen technology between BMW and Toyota. Both nations aim to expand hydrogen capacity and infrastructure, though challenges remain in making it a widely available fuel.
German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder visited Toyota's fuel cell factory in Japan, highlighting the joint development of hydrogen technology between BMW and Toyota. Both nations aim to boost green hydrogen production and infrastructure, though challenges remain in making it a widely available fuel.
PM Narendra Modi emphasized enhanced India-Netherlands cooperation in resilient supply chains and green hydrogen during an address to the Indian diaspora in The Hague. He highlighted India's digital and tech advancements amidst global crises.
A group of Whyalla high school students is heading to Switzerland to race a remote-control hydrogen-powered car that they designed and engineered.
