Norway's Equinor has decided to abandon its plans to export blue hydrogen to Germany, a move that reflects shifting priorities in the energy sector.
The decision comes amidst growing skepticism regarding the viability and environmental impact of blue hydrogen, which is produced from natural gas with carbon capture technology. This shift indicates a potential pivot towards more sustainable energy solutions as both countries navigate the complexities of energy transition and climate commitments.
Citations:
[1] https://www.equinor.com/news/20230105-equinor-rwe-cooperation
[2] https://www.rwe.com/en/research-and-development/project-plans/hydrogen-pipeline-in-the-north-sea/
[3] https://www.equinor.com/energy/hydrogen
[4] https://www.equinor.com/magazine/clean-hydrogen-to-europe
[5] https://www.globalwitness.org/en/press-releases/equinor-shell-and-rwes-plans-to-flood-europe-with-fossil-hydrogen-may-receive-eu-taxpayer-support/
[6] https://www.daily-sun.com/printversion/details/449031
[7] https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/s0508-Dog-Importation-Regulation.html
[8] https://www.akc.org/legislative-alerts/cdc-revises-requirements-importing-dogs-older-6-months-low-risk-countries/