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Chile launches project to develop hydrogen-powered trains for sustainable transportation

November 7, 2024

Chile is advancing sustainable transportation with a project to develop hydrogen-powered trains, led by Chilean State Railways (EFE) in partnership with the Ministry of Transport, the National Hydrogen Institute, and Hydrox. The initiative involves converting existing Electric Multiple Units (EMUs) into hydrogen-powered trains, with the first prototype undergoing trials to assess its feasibility for regular […]

German Development Agency issues tender to create a financing framework for renewable hydrogen project in Chile

November 7, 2024

The German Development Agency has issued a tender to establish a financing framework for a renewable hydrogen project in Chile. The goal is to design a sustainable financial structure that attracts both public and private investors to support green hydrogen initiatives in Chile. Source: Energy News

Fuella signs agreement for second green ammonia plant in Ceará, Brazil

November 7, 2024

Fuella has signed an agreement to build a large-scale green ammonia plant at the Port of Pecém in Ceará, Brazil, marking its second green ammonia project in the country. Source: Fuel Cell Works

Uruguay to launch first green hydrogen plant by 2026

November 7, 2024

A group of companies in Uruguay, including Ventus, Montes del Plata, Fraylog, and Fidocar, plans to commission the country’s first green hydrogen plant by 2026. The Kahiros project will use a 2 MW electrolyser powered by a 4.8 MW solar farm to produce green hydrogen for six Hyundai fuel-cell trucks transporting timber. Source: Renewables Now 

Brazil Senate approves bill for low-carbon hydrogen development program

September 12, 2024

The Brazilian Senate has approved a bill establishing rules for the country’s low-carbon hydrogen development program (PHBC), which now awaits presidential approval. Source: BNAmericas

Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy launches Ecosistema H2 Colombia to promote hydrogen development and energy transition

September 12, 2024

The Colombian Ministry of Mines and Energy has launched Ecosistema H2 Colombia, a digital platform designed to provide comprehensive information about hydrogen. The platform offers resources such as studies, regulations, investment opportunities, and project registration. Its goal is to promote hydrogen development, support industry growth, and establish hydrogen as a key component of Colombia’s energy […]