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In just under two weeks, we will be joined by Hydrogen Standard as partners for the upcoming Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress taking place in Amsterdam from 21 - 23 May 👏 Hydrogen Standard is your go-to portal for information about the hydrogen value chain. First, through our sponsorship packages, we help clients increase their exposure, telling their stories and showcasing their (technological) solution in the hydrogen sector. Second, our data analytics research arm gives access to a comprehensive overview of private and public sector plans and ambitions rolling out hydrogen roadmaps as well as detailed insights on the global hydrogen projects landscape. Discover more at: https://lnkd.in/e_Wggu4G - Don't miss your chance to join over 600 aviation and energy professionals at the Sustainable Aviation Futures Congress this May as we look to establish frameworks and scale-up strategies to meet the huge anticipated growth in sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) and achieve ambitious industry decarbonisation targets. https://lnkd.in/gYUpdVR6 #SAF #sustainableaviation #sustainableaviationfuel #aviation #aviationdaily #aviationnews #aviationindustry #aviationinnovation #airlinesandairplanes #airlines #airlineindustry #renewableenergy #renewablesindustry #renewables #cleanenergy #cleanenergytransition #cleanenergyfuture #netzero #netzerocarbon #networking #event #amsterdam #europe #climatechange #congress #innovation #leaders #airlinenews #sustainable #sustainability #sustainabledevelopment #sustainablefuture #ReFuelEU

🌍🚀 Clean hydrogen — the fuel of the future for aviation! Today, the cost of one kilogram of pure hydrogen can be as low as $3, which in terms of energy density is equivalent to about $1.50 per gallon of aviation fuel. For comparison, according to the US Department of Transportation, in January 2023, the average price of one gallon of aviation fuel was $3.28. With the forecasted decrease in hydrogen costs to $2.2/kg in the near future and to $1/kg by the end of this decade, thanks to major government investments in hydrogen technologies, this opens new possibilities for more sustainable aviation and the transportation industry. Interest in hydrogen as the fuel of the future is already stimulating significant investments from leading global fuel producers. Hydrogen promises not only environmentally friendly but also economically viable solutions for global transport needs! 🚁🔋 #HydrogenEconomy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #FutureOfFuel #GreenAviation

✈️ With aviation responsible for 5% of Europe’s CO₂ emissions, there is an urgent need for global action to scale up sustainable aviation fuels #SAF.  #Hydrogen offers a transformative solution by significantly reducing both CO₂ and non-CO₂ emissions in aviation. Yet, there are key barriers to overcome: 💶 Funding & Research: €300 billion is needed, but high costs, long investment timelines, and policy uncertainties create obstacles. 🔗 Infrastructure: Essential transport, storage, and refuelling systems for hydrogen are still lacking. ⚡️ Renewable Hydrogen Supply: Hydrogen must compete with other industries for limited renewable energy resources.   🛡️ Regulation & Safety: Strict aviation safety standards add complexity to implementing hydrogen solutions. Our latest paper provides concrete policy recommendations to address these barriers and accelerate the transition. Find the link to the full paper in the first comment.  Thank you, ERNEUERBARE ENERGIEN and Fabian Kauschke, for the excellent summary article: 👉 https://lnkd.in/eh-eWVcV  

HYDROGEN AIRCRAFT: THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE FLIGHT 🛫 Game-changing innovation alert: Hydrogen-powered aircraft could revolutionize aviation by drastically cutting CO2 emissions and flying longer distances. But, the road ahead isn’t without its challenges. Let’s break it down: 1. Safety – Hydrogen is highly flammable, so ensuring safe storage and handling is key. 2. Infrastructure – Massive global investment is needed to build hydrogen production, storage, and distribution networks. 3. Cost – Green hydrogen, made from renewables, is currently expensive, but this could change with future innovation. Imagine this: By 2035, hydrogen aircraft could be servicing one-third of all passenger traffic. The next frontier in green aviation is closer than we think. #HydrogenFuel #AviationInnovation #SustainableEnergy #FutureAviation #CleanTech Reference: Lohawala, N. Wen, Z. (2024)

The European Commission hopes to further boost EU clean energy technology by approving whopping state subsidies for a range of projects aimed at using hydrogen to replace fossil fuels in transport. Airbus, BMW and Michelin are among 11 companies set to receive millions in public subsidy to develop low-carbon #hydrogen technology after EU competition officials approved a whopping package of state aid for an 'important project of common European interest' (IPCEI). Click here to read more.... #renewableenergy #climatechange #sustainablefuture #decarbonisation #netzero #iea #europe #investment

With the CO2 emissions from aviation at 80% of pre-pandemic levels, we need to get serious with the decarbonisation of the sector. An excellent study has been presented by the International Energy Agency (IEA) on the subject. https://lnkd.in/egjuX5Qk #aviation #aerospace #energy #climatchange #decarbonisation

UK TRANSPORT DECARBONISATION HUB SECURES £46 MILLION FROM EPSRC AND INDUSTRY PARTNERS A new national hub focused on rapidly #decarbonising #transport in the UK, including road, rail, air and maritime, has secured £46 million from the UK government and almost 70 partners. The TransiT Hub, a collaboration of eight universities and 67 partners jointly led by Hydrogen Scotland members Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh and the University of Glasgow has secured £20 million in funding from the UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), the main funding body for #engineering and physical sciences research in the UK. The 67 partners include Hydrogen Scotland members Aquatera Ltd, DNV, HVS (Hydrogen Vehicle Systems), Mott MacDonald, SGN, Siemens, SSE Renewables and University of Strathclyde. To view the full press release please download the document below. Twinning for Decarbonising Transport – TransiT – is a UK research hub established in 2023 dedicated to digital twinning for transport decarbonisation. Digital twins are digital replicas of the physical world. They are created using data collected from the physical world in real time. This data is collected by sensors connected to real-world infrastructure – for example, motorway, railway, shipping or flight monitoring systems. The digital twin rapidly analyses the real-world data to test and improve different scenarios. The digital twin then sends back its solution for an improved process to the physical world. This exchange happens almost instantly – in close to real time. Hydrogen Scotland would like to congratulate the applicants and look forward to working with you in our role as a TransiT partner. Patrick McCarthy, Business Development, Hydrogen Scotland.

Could hydrogen be the future of sustainable flight? ✈️ Hydrogen-powered planes are a game-changer for reducing aviation’s CO2 emissions. With green hydrogen (produced from water and renewable energy), these aircraft could cut global aviation CO2 emissions by 6% by 2050, according to IATA’s Net Zero Roadmap 📉 A “regional first” strategy sees small regional planes dominating the hydrogen fleet by 2050, accounting for 54% of the fleet and reducing regional CO2 emissions by 53%. Alternative strategies, like a “mid-sized first” approach, show even greater potential for emissions reduction, highlighting the versatility of hydrogen-powered aviation. 👉 Learn more in IATA: #sustainableaviation https://lnkd.in/eBmZEuzn

🚀 Unlocking the Future of Sustainable Aviation Fuel ⛽️ Jean-Hugues Boilley | Anass BERRADY | Hakimi BIN SHAHREL | E. Gurbuz | Fausto Gallucci In this latest study, the researchers embarked on a pioneering journey to redefine the production of sustainable aviation fuel (#SAF) through the Power-to-Liquid process, combining captured carbon dioxide with green hydrogen. By leveraging Aspen Hysys for simulating traditional plant components and Matlab for the more complex #FischerTropsch reactor, hydrocracker, and #SOEC, we’ve pushed the boundaries of energy efficiency in SAF production. [Link https://lnkd.in/gZ6aS4nm] The findings whilst groundbreaking: achieving a global efficiency of 48% under optimal conditions, with the potential to improve to 64% by utilising advanced cathode supported stack technology. For all the research into SAF Production from -#Hydrogen like this paper “Energy analysis of a power-to-jet-fuel plant” it makes me think about what could shift the future focus to a nearer term focus; 1. Infrastructure Compatibility: Emerging technologies in hydrogen storage and distribution are becoming more efficient and cost-effective, potentially reducing the barriers to retrofitting or developing new infrastructure. 2. Aircraft Design and Performance: Advances in materials science and aerospace engineering are leading to new aircraft designs that can efficiently accommodate hydrogen fuel, improving range and payload capacities. 3. Safety and Handling: Hydrogen safety technology is advancing, with new materials and systems reducing risks associated with hydrogen’s flammability and storage pressures. 4. Transition Period: The transition to SAF as an intermediate step allows time for hydrogen technology to mature and for the industry to gradually shift towards hydrogen, ensuring a smoother transition. 5. Economic and Regulatory Factors: Government incentives, environmental regulations, and international agreements can accelerate the adoption of hydrogen by offsetting initial costs and encouraging investment in hydrogen infrastructure. 6. Environmental Considerations: When produced via electrolysis using renewable energy, hydrogen offers a nearly carbon-neutral fuel option. Ongoing research aims to mitigate hydrogen’s indirect environmental impacts, making it a cleaner alternative in the long run #ZeroE #zeroemission #sustainableaviation #aviation #nonCO2

🌿💧 Green hydrogen: outlook and top stocks, ETFs and funds. #Hydrogen #Energy #Investments. Green hydrogen is a market that is benefiting from the current positive conditions and could gain momentum in the future. These companies, ETFs and equity funds are already investing in the sector. Green hydrogen is an important component of the energy transition. In the future, it is intended to help reduce CO2 emissions, especially in areas that cannot be electrified. 💡 One example of this is air travel. Airbus is already working on the realisation of the first hydrogen aircraft, which will be launched on the market in 2035. In this way, climate-friendly long-haul flights will also become a reality in the future. At the same time, several airports are already starting to build the corresponding refuelling infrastructure. 🔗 Source: https://bit.ly/49MM6sE .