The rapid shift to nuclear power in France is often hailed as a benchmark for efficient and effective climate action. Beginning in the 1970s, France embarked on an ambitious nuclear energy program that has since positioned it as a global leader in nuclear power generation. Today, approximately 70% of France’s electricity is derived from nuclear energy. This transition was motivated by the oil crises of the 1970s, which highlighted the need for energy security and independence.

Clean hydrogen, touted as a cornerstone of a future low-carbon economy, remains stunted by the formidable hurdle of high production costs. Despite its promise of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing a sustainable energy alternative, the economic barriers have impeded its widespread adoption and commercial viability. This persistent issue stems primarily from the intricate and expensive processes required to produce clean hydrogen, particularly green hydrogen, which is generated through electrolysis powered by renewable energy sources.

Hydrogen, often termed the fuel of the future, stands at the forefront of the global energy transition. As the world grapples with the imperative to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change, hydrogen emerges as a pivotal player, offering a clean, versatile, and sustainable energy solution. Unlike traditional fossil fuels, hydrogen, when used as an energy vector, emits only water vapor, making it an environmentally benign option. Its potential to revolutionize energy systems across multiple sectors—transportation, industry, and power generation—underscores its significance in the quest for a greener future.

e-Zinc, the company pioneering sustainable, long-duration energy storage with its zinc-air battery technology, today announced it has secured an additional USD $31 million in follow-on funding to its $25 million Series A round. This oversubscribed Series A2 round was spearheaded by Evok Innovations, with additional investments from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Export Development Canada (EDC), and Ultratech Capital Partners. The round also saw participation from e-Zinc’s existing shareholders, including Toyota Ventures, Eni Next, Anzu Partners, BDC, and Graphite Ventures.

Sungrow Hydrogen has recently secured the bid for the China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) Songyuan Hydrogen Energy Industrial Park project in Jilin, China. This project, recognized as the world’s largest integrated green hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol production facility, represents a significant milestone in the industry. Sungrow Hydrogen’s 1000Nm³/h ALK hydrogen production system will be a key component of this groundbreaking venture. The CEEC Songyuan Hydrogen Energy Industrial Park project is among the initial batch of “Green and Low-carbon Advanced Technology Demonstration Projects” endorsed by the China National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC).

Avangrid, Inc. (NYSE: AGR), a prominent sustainable energy company and part of the Iberdrola Group, along with Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), a leader in green energy investment, has announced that the Vineyard Wind 1 project is now delivering over 136 Megawatts (MW) to the electric grid in Massachusetts. This achievement marks Vineyard Wind 1 as the largest operating offshore wind project in the United States. With 10 turbines currently in operation, totaling approximately 136 MW, the project generates enough power to supply 64,000 homes and businesses in Massachusetts.