Sustainability
TES and CPC Finland to develop 500-MW e-NG project in Finland
Tree Energy Solutions and CPC Finland OY have established a joint company LUOTO ENERGIA OY that will develop a large-scale project in Finland. The project aims to produce electric natural gas, a green synthetic gas generated from renewable hydrogen and CO2.
hte conducts research for JGC to advance decarbonization by identifying suitable catalysts for ammonia cracking
hte and JGC have collaborated on innovative technologies for converting ammonia into hydrogen. The goal of this contract research project conducted at hte’s laboratories was to advance decarbonization by identifying suitable catalysts for ammonia cracking.
Ch0C gas boiler: A French consortium innovates for industrial decarbonization
The low-carbon gas boiler Ch0C has just been commissioned at the Villers-Saint-Paul site (Oise) after only three years of agile and collaborative work.
3Degrees strengthens European biomethane solutions with ISCC EU certification
3Degrees, a leading global climate solutions provider, has further reinforced its commitment to decarbonization in the European markets by securing ISCC EU certification for its biomethane solutions.
Renergen awards EPCC contract for Tetra4 LNG and helium project
Renergen announced that it has awarded a design, procurement, delivery, construction and commissioning contract for phase 2 of the Tetra4 LNG and helium liquefaction project in South Africa.
thyssenkrupp nucera acquires modular high-pressure electrolysis solution from Green Hydrogen Systems
thyssenkrupp nucera, a global leader in electrolysis technology, has signed an agreement to acquire key technology assets from Green Hydrogen Systems (GHS), a Danish company specialized in pressurized alkaline electrolysis.
Japan returns to long-term LNG deals on AI boom, national energy plan
Japan is back in the spotlight for LNG producers as the boom in artificial intelligence, rising costs for cleaner energy and a new national energy plan drive appetite for long-term LNG deals.
Kyoto Group, Hebsgaard | Larsen join forces to scale heat-as-a-service in Denmark
Kyoto Group has entered into a partnership with the Danish consultancy Hebsgaard | Larsen to accelerate the adoption of Kyoto Group's thermal battery, Heatcube, in Denmark. The solution offers fully electrified heat at a reduced price without upfront investment.
U.S. EIA forecasts new export licensing requirements will reduce U.S. ethane exports
The U.S. EIA forecast U.S. ethane exports will decrease by 80,000 bpd this year and by 177,000 bpd in 2026 because of new licensing requirements U.S. exports of ethane to China.
Australia could import LNG from 2027 with four projects underway along east coast
Australia could start imports of LNG from 2027, based on developments at import terminal projects along its east coast, to address potential supply shortages.
AFPM/API: President Trump officially overturns California (U.S.) gas car ban
Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM) President and CEO Chet Thompson and American Petroleum Institute (API) President and CEO Mike Sommers have issued a statement on today’s signing of a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution overturning EPA’s 2024 authorization of California’s ban on sales of new gas cars.
Anaergia Singapore signs conditional contract to design and build biogas facility in Jeju Island, South Korea
Anaergia Singapore Pte. Ltd. has received a contract from New Jeju Bio Co. Ltd. to design and build the Jeju Bio Energy Biogas Plant to be constructed in Jeju Island, South Korea.
Honeywell completes acquisition of Sundyne to expand process industry capabilities
Honeywell announced the completion of its acquisition of Sundyne from private equity firm Warburg Pincus for $2.16 billion in an all-cash transaction.
Carbon Clean, MODEC to accelerate the scale-up of CycloneCC for offshore carbon capture
Carbon Clean, a global leader in revolutionizing carbon capture solutions, and MODEC, a leading provider of offshore floating platforms, have signed a landmark agreement to jointly develop and scale Carbon Clean’s CycloneCC carbon capture technology for offshore applications.
Linde expanding CO2 capacity along the U.S. Gulf Coast
Linde announced it is doubling the capacity of its Freeport, Texas, carbon dioxide (CO₂) production facility by adding a second CO₂ liquefaction plant. Starting up in 2027, the new plant will liquefy crude CO₂ captured from MEGlobal America Inc.’s Oyster Creek ethylene glycol facility
GTT receives AiP for 1-barg membrane tanks on LNG-powered vessels
GTT announces that it has received an Approval in Principle (AiP) from DNV for its membrane tank design rated for 1 barg1, suitable for LNG2 dual-fuel vessels. This approval extends the operating range of the Mark III technology, following the DNV’s AiP for a 2 barg design pressure on smaller-capacity tanks, notably suited to cruise-ships.
UTE GNA II receives approval from ANEEL to begin operations at Brazil’s largest gas-fired power plant
UTE GNA II Geração de Energia S.A. announced that it has received authorization from the Brazilian Electricity Regulatory Agency (ANEEL) to start commercial operation of its four generating units, totaling 1,673 MW of installed capacity, at the largest natural gas-fired power plant in Brazil.
thyssenkrupp nucera signs FEED study for a 600 MW green hydrogen project in Europe
thyssenkrupp nucera has been commissioned to carry out a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) study for a large-scale hydrogen project in Europe. The planned water electrolysis plant will have a capacity of approximately 600 MW.
Japan's gas industry allows gas with carbon capture in 2050 net zero plan
The Japan Gas Association said it would take a more flexible approach in its drive to become carbon neutral by 2050, allowing greater use of natural gas in combination with carbon capture or other decarbonization measures.
Trump administration (U.S.) axes $3.7-B in green energy projects
The U.S. has axed awards to 24 green energy projects issued during U.S. President Joe Biden's administration that totaled more than $3.7 billion, the Energy Department said. These include projects from ExxonMobil, Heidelberg Materials and Eastman Chemical
Lloyd’s Register, CoolCo and HD HMS successfully deliver sub-coolers for LNG boil-off reliquefaction retrofit on LNG carrier Kool Glacier
Lloyd's Register, Cool Company Ltd. and HD Hyundai Marine Solutions have successfully completed a landmark re-liquefaction retrofit on the Kool Glacier, a CoolCo-owned 162,000 CBM LNG carrier, marking a significant step forward in sustainable shipping operations.
Australia’s bet on natural gas endangers its climate credentials
Australia's approval of a 40-yr extension for a huge gas project has overshadowed its bid to host a United Nations climate summit next year and tarnishes its green credentials.
Sinopec sets up $690-MM hydrogen-energy-focused venture capital fund
China’s state oil and gas major Sinopec has established a venture capital fund focused on hydrogen energy, with an initial size of 5 billion yuan ($690 MM).
Fincantieri, TUI Cruises launch its dual-fuel operation ship Mein Schiff Flow
Fincantieri and TUI Cruises, a JV between TUI AG and Royal Caribbean Cruises, celebrated the launch of Mein Schiff Flow at the Monfalcone shipyard in Italy. The vessel is the second of two next-generation InTUItion class cruise ships, designed for dual-fuel operation [LNG and marine gasoil (MGO)]. The new ship is expected to enter service in mid-2026.
Hitachi Energy provides solution for Chinese green hydrogen-ammonia-methanol integrated project
Hitachi Energy has delivered rectifier transformers for electrolytic hydrogen to a hydrogen industry park built by China Energy Engineering Corporation (CEEC) in Songyuan, a city in northeast China.
AM Green and Port of Rotterdam Authority to establish green energy supply chain
AM Green and the Port of Rotterdam Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding to focus on building a green energy supply chain between India and Northwestern Europe via Rotterdam, Europe’s first energy port and a key H2 carriers entry point.
Australia clears Woodside to run North West Shelf LNG plant to 2070
Australia conditionally approved a request by Woodside Energy to extend until 2070 the life of its North West Shelf gas plant, following a six-year review dogged by delays, appeals and backlash from green groups.
Hoerbiger hydrogen mobility team wins new HCP 500 order in Norway
Agder Hydrogen Hub AS has selected HOERBIGER to deliver two HCP 500 hydrogen compression packages for their new hydrogen production facility in Fiskå, Kristiansand, Norway
Worley Consulting to provide ongoing LTA services for Northern Endurance Partnership and NZT Power
Worley Consulting has been chosen to continue delivering lender’s technical advisor (LTA) services for the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP) and Net Zero Teesside Power (NZT Power).
Woodfibre LNG sets new benchmark as world’s first net-zero LNG export facility
At its new LNG facility under development in British Columbia, the company is on track to become the world's first net zero LNG export facility – achieving net zero not only during operations, but also throughout the construction phase.
- ExxonMobil halts 1-Bft3d blue hydrogen project in Texas
- 236-mile Texas-to-Gulf pipeline reaches FID in $2.3-B LNG expansion push
- Bechtel shares findings of tragic accident at Port Arthur LNG facility
- Aramco and Yokogawa commission multiple autonomous control AI agents at Fadhili gas plant
- Ukraine will resume gas imports via Transbalkan route in November
