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In this episode, H2Tech spoke with Ad van Wijk, Professor Future Energy Systems, Delft University of Technology, about his journey in renewable energy, from founding a major company in the 1980s to influencing Europe’s H2 strategy. He discusses the importance of H2 in the global energy transition, explaining how it can address energy storage and transportation challenges more efficiently than electricity. van Wijk also highlights the potential of regions like the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Europe in pioneering H2 as a key energy carrier, and how his work helped shape the EU's H2 strategy.
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In this episode, we delve into the evolving role of green hydrogen in the energy transition, featuring an insightful conversation with Sami Palconin, EVP of Green Hydrogen Renewable Fuels & Power to X at Andritz Environment and Energy. Sami shares how Andritz, a global leader in pulp, paper, hydropower, and metals, is integrating hydrogen across its diverse business lines, from green steel production to biorefineries. With hydrogen conferences booming across Europe, Sami discusses the opportunities and challenges of scaling this vital energy source, and how collaboration at events like DII is key to making green hydrogen a viable solution for the future. Don’t miss this deep dive into the hydrogen economy and Andritz’s pivotal role in shaping its growth.
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Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, advice for young women starting their career and much more.
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In this video, Jim Watkins joins Simon Roth, Director of Management Consulting for Infrastructure and Utilities at ILF Consulting Engineers, at the 14th edition of the DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit in Vienna, Austria. They discuss ILF's newly released report, Low Emission Molecules: Insights into an Emerging Sector, which examines the entire hydrogen value chain. Simon explains how the report highlights key sectors involved in hydrogen production, transportation, and offtake, with a focus on the European market.
The report covers challenges such as financing, regulations, and market development, drawing insights from over 30 industry interviews. It also proposes supporting elements for the growth of the hydrogen economy, including first-mover protection and strategic gas reserves. The conversation dives deep into the complexities facing hydrogen development and its integration into existing energy systems, offering a comprehensive look at what needs to be done to accelerate the transition to a green hydrogen economy. -
In this episode, Jim Watkins reports live from the 14th DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit in Vienna, where key players in the hydrogen and energy transition sectors come together to share insights. Special guest Chiara Aruffo, Director of Research at DII Desert Energy, discusses her fascinating journey from the oil and gas industry to leading research on energy transition topics, including liquid hydrogen and energy storage.
The conversation dives deep into the emerging opportunities for the MENA region and Europe in the renewable energy space, including transportation of hydrogen, socio-economic impacts, and workforce capacity building. Chiara highlights several new reports and resources available, including a socio-economic study on hydrogen's impact in MENA and the latest findings on liquid hydrogen and energy storage solutions.
Don't miss the links to these important reports, which offer cutting-edge insights for anyone interested in the future of hydrogen, renewable energy, and energy storage. -
In this episode, we explore the critical role of turbomachinery in the large-scale liquefaction of hydrogen, essential for meeting the surging demand in hydrogen infrastructure. With current capacities needing to expand from 30 tons per day (tpd) to 200 tpd, we discuss the advancements in Atlas Copco's turbomachinery technology, which builds on decades of experience in cryogenic applications. Daniel Patrick, Hydrogen Market Segment Manager for Atlas Copco Turbomachinery, joins us to delve into the challenges and advantages of scaling liquefiers, the distinctions between gaseous and liquid hydrogen, and the technology's maturity level.
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In this episode, Ben Leonard, Hydrogen Commercial Manager for Chevron New Energies, discusses the recently announced solar-to-hydrogen project in Lost Hills, California. Accelera by Cummins will supply a 5-MW electrolyzer system, producing 2.2 tpd of H2 through electrolysis, primarily for the transportation market. The project utilizes existing infrastructure, including solar power and non-potable produced water, minimizing impacts on potable water resources.
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In this episode, we sit down with Aerzen, Burckhardt Compression and Ebara Elliott Energy to discuss oil-free and oil-flooded compressors, piston reciprocating compressors, non-contact sealing mechanisms that enable a gas to seal itself, transporting carbon dioxide (CO2) and hydrogen, and much more.
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H2Tech sat down with Shane Harvey, Compressor Technology Manager, Ebara Elliott Energy to discuss the latest advancements in compression technologies for the global hydrogen value chain. This episode dives deep into the company's Flex-Op technology, and how it is optimizing compression operations in various industries around the world.
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The demand for low-carbon ammonia is projected to triple in the coming decades, driven by its pivotal role in decarbonizing sectors such as agriculture, power generation, and heavy industry. In this episode, Maurits van Tol, Chief Executive of Catalyst Technologies at Johnson Matthey (JM) will discuss blue ammonia’s role in decarbonization, autothermal and gas heated reforming and future projects and innovations JM is working on in the realm of low-carbon technologies.
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In this episode of H2TechTalk, host Tyler Campbell welcomes Ana Dominguez, engineering services supervisor at Swagelok, to discuss the key differences between traditional oil and gas systems and H2 systems. Ana highlights the specific design considerations necessary for H2, focusing on the challenges posed by H2’s small molecular size, system pressures, and temperatures. Ana also touches on the importance of following standards, ensuring leak-tight performance, and how the design should allow for easy maintenance and operational safety.
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In this episode of H2TechTalk, host Tyler Campbell is joined by Lisa Wee, Global Head of Sustainability at AVEVA, to discuss the role of digital solutions, particularly digital twin technology, in advancing sustainable H2 production and distribution. Lisa shares her insights on AVEVA's work with clients across various sectors to optimize energy transitions and sustainability. She also explores the challenges and opportunities in the H2 market, the critical role of AI and machine learning, and highlights success stories from their partnerships with companies like ThyssenKrupp and Aker Carbon Capture. The discussion emphasizes the importance of digital transformation in the energy sector and its potential to drive profitability and operational efficiency
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Join us for this episode of H2TechTalk, recorded at the Hydrogen Americas Summit, where we speak with Moataz Eldib from Schaeffler. Eldib details Schaeffler’s expertise in bearings and motion control and how these skills have helped them in the H2¬¬ sector. Learn about their innovations in manufacturing bipolar plates for fuel cells and electrolyzers, strategic acquisitions, and commitment to green steel. Eldib also discusses Schaeffler’s approach to scaling H2 technology to meet market demands and support global decarbonization goals.
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**Key Takeaway:** In-depth understanding of the state and potential of hydrogen technologies, especially PEM electrolyzers and fuel cells, in transitioning to sustainable energy.
Host Tyler Campbell provides a comprehensive overview of the role of electrolyzers and fuel cells within the hydrogen sector, featuring insights from industry leaders at Accelera by Cummins. The episode takes place live from CERAWeek, a prominent energy conference.
Tyler is joined by Dr. Andreas Lippert, VP and General Manager of Electrolyzers, and Allison Trueblood, General Manager of Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Technologies at Accelera. The conversation begins with an introduction to Accelera, explaining its focus on the zero-emissions technology sector and its strategic acquisitions and joint ventures aimed at advancing decarbonization technologies.
Allison discusses the development of Accelera’s fuel cell technologies, including the details of their growth and advancements from low-pressure fuel cells to their upcoming fourth generation of higher power cells. She explains how the fuel cells are integrated within broader vehicle systems to enhance efficiency and performance.
Andreas describes the technological specifics of electrolyzers, focusing on proton exchange membrane (PEM) technology and its advantages for integrating with renewable energy sources due to its rapid response times and compact size.
Throughout the episode, both guests discuss the commercial applications of their technologies, particularly in heavy-duty transportation and industrial sectors, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen as a diverse tool for energy transfer and storage. The dialogue also covers the market dynamics affecting the adoption of hydrogen technologies, such as infrastructure development, regulatory incentives, and the total cost of ownership.
To conclude, the episode engages a broader discourse on how the hydrogen industry can play a crucial role in global decarbonization efforts, with a particular emphasis on the "hard to abate" sectors. Andreas and Allison outline the strategic directions of Accelera by Cummins, highlighting their commitment to innovation and partnership within the hydrogen and broader zero-emission technology spaces.
By the end of the podcast, listeners gain a clear understanding of the current state and exciting future of hydrogen technologies, particularly within the realm of PEM electrolyzers and fuel cells, and the critical role these technologies play in the transition to sustainable energy systems.
**Episode Highlights:**
Introduction to Accelera, focusing on zero-emissions technology and strategic moves for advancing decarbonization.Discussion on the evolution of Accelera's fuel cell technologies, transitioning from low-pressure to the fourth generation of high-power cells.Allison Trueblood explains integration of fuel cells in vehicle systems to boost efficiency.Andreas Lippert discusses PEM electrolyzer technology, emphasizing its compatibility with renewable energy sources due to quick response times and compactness.Commercial uses of these technologies in heavy-duty transportation and industrial sectors highlighted.Market dynamics affecting hydrogen technology adoption, such as infrastructure, regulatory incentives, and cost considerations discussed.Conclusion focuses on the hydrogen sector's role in global decarbonization, especially in hard-to-abate industries.Strategic initiatives by Accelera outlined, focusing on innovation and partnerships in hydrogen and zero-emission technologies. -
In this episode of H2TechTalk, we speak with Astrid Poupart-Lafarge from Schneider Electric at CERAWeek. Astrid discusses Schneider Electric's role in advancing green H2 innovation and sustainability. She highlights Schneider Electric's cutting-edge technology in energy management, automation, digitization and its impact on the green H2 sector. The conversation also covers their involvement in significant projects like the Mississippi Clean Hydrogen Hub with partner Hy Stor Energy.
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In this episode of H2TechTalk, we sit down with Nora Han, global product group manager at ABB, fresh from the World Hydrogen North America 2024 conference. Nora shares her thoughts on the contrasting H2 strategies in North America and Europe. She explains ABB’s role in electrifying the H2 economy and underscores the critical importance of energy efficiency and safety in green H2 production. We also dive into the challenges and opportunities in scaling up green H2 solutions and the essential role of industry collaboration.
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Tune in for a compilation of interviews and insights from World Hydrogen North America 2024 in Houston, Texas. This episode covers iridium-free catalysts from NanoGap, engineering, procurement and construction services from Samuel Engineering and producing H2 for less than a penny.
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Francois Laborie, Executive VP at Cognite, joins us live from CERAWeek in Houston. This episode covers the impact of AI and Data Ops on industrial operations, the importance of reliable data, and the future of H2. Don't miss Francois' insights into driving efficiency and sustainability in heavy industries.
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