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Russia's hydrogen for Japan

Russia is all set to gain a foothold in the global hydrogen sector. It looks like a bid to be a key supplier for Japan, which has ambitious targets for adoption of the fuel by 2050. Russia has been burned earlier on by delays in securing a significant share of the LNG market. Gazprom announced on February 20 it is looking to produce hydrogen from natural gas. This is just the last of a series of announcements made over the past six months. Japan is aiming to develop a comprehensive hydrogen system to diversify energy sources and reduce the burden on the environment among other goals. In late 2019 2019 a meeting held by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry attracted delegates from 35 countries, as Japan sought to promote development of hydrogen energy worldwide. Japanese New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organisation is focused on test implementation of import chains of hydrogen. The strategy includes cutting the cost of producing carbon dioxide-free hydrogen to reduce emissions. from hydrogen.

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Pandemic upends commercial renewable energy demand
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Pandemic upends commercial renewable energy demand

The covid-19 pandemic is disrupting industries around the world, including renewable energy. Experts caution that corporate renewable energy demand could drop off. Solar projects linked to corporate power purchase agreements in Europe could be delayed by the virus outbreak and new projects are.

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Having ‘Impossible’ conversations about energy
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Having ‘Impossible’ conversations about energy

The author pushes the reader to listen to those at the extremes to find common ground. We may or may not agree that climate change is happening but we can agree that some technologies will move faster than others! The magic really happens in the middle when we.

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New tools show a way forward for large-scale storage of renewable energy
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New tools show a way forward for large-scale storage of renewable energy

Researchers at the University of Cambridge tested their techniques on organic redox flow batteries. They found that by charging the batteries at a lower voltage, they were able to significantly slow the rate of degradation. The technique may be applied to other types of batteries .

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The DSO of the immediate future
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The DSO of the immediate future

In the coming years, more customers will have smart meters installed, and the use of electronic invoicing is increasing rapidly. The current grid is the result of 100 years of history during which the grid has been fundamentally exploited the same way as the first day.

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The possibilities and limitations of Geothermal energy
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The possibilities and limitations of Geothermal energy

Turning to alternative and renewable sources of energy is one way to secure the stability of our planet. geothermal energy harnesses the pockets of steam, hot water, and rock beneath the Earths surface to generate electricity and power heating/cooling systems.

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Uruguay, Latin America’s renewable champion
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Uruguay, Latin America’s renewable champion

Uruguay now produces more than 97 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources. The country has undergone a remarkable change in its energy sector in recent years. Wind farms across the country had lowered these costs by more than 200 million US dollars annually.

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Some like it hot – Is Hydrogen the answer to those needing it a little warmer?
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Some like it hot – Is Hydrogen the answer to those needing it a little warmer?

Hydrogen is a fuel that burns up to 2800 degrees Celsius (about 700C simply burned in air) It can also be compressed and stored so has potential for transport. We need to be more clear and honest about how we talk about Hydrogen.

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Europe's sustainable future depends on accessibility of raw materials for batteries
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Europe's sustainable future depends on accessibility of raw materials for batteries

EESC singles out accessibility of raw materials as a pressing issue. Widespread e-mobility is the next key step towards making sustainable transport possible. Only by having ongoing access to raw materials for batteries will Europe be able to move away from fossil.

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The future of flight – Three energy futures (electric, hydrogen or just less?)
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The future of flight – Three energy futures (electric, hydrogen or just less?)

Every minute 84 flights take off somewhere in the world with over 4 Billion journeys being made by plane. Burning nearly 300 million tonnes of Jet Fuel annually making up 2.7 percent of global CO2 emissions and global air travel is expected to double over the next.

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