China launches first interprovincial green hydrogen pipeline from Inner Mongolia to Beijing
August 1, 2025
China has launched its first interprovincial green hydrogen pipeline, a major step toward decarbonising heavy industry and building a national hydrogen economy. Spearheaded by Sinopec, the project will transport wind-powered green hydrogen from Ulanqab in Inner Mongolia to Beijing, covering nearly 400 km. The pipeline is designed to deliver 100,000 tonnes of hydrogen annually initially, with future phases targeting 500,000 tonnes.
The initiative centres on a 1-GW wind-powered electrolysis plant in Ulanqab, where renewable electricity splits water into hydrogen and oxygen. The hydrogen will be used in refining, chemical manufacturing, and other energy-intensive industries in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei economic corridor. Unlike previous coastal hydrogen networks reliant on fossil fuels, this inland, cross-regional system enables direct, cost-effective transport of green hydrogen, reducing logistical barriers and curbing renewable energy waste from curtailment.
The project aligns with Inner Mongolia’s regional hydrogen blueprint and China’s national energy strategy under the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC). While success depends on industrial demand and supportive pricing frameworks, analysts suggest the project could catalyse further investment across the hydrogen supply chain. If successful, it may become a model for future hydrogen networks in China and internationally.
Asia turns to ammonia co-firing despite supply and cost pressures
18 August 2025
With coal at 54% of Asia’s power mix, countries like China, Japan, South Korea, and Indonesia are exploring ammonia co-firing to cut emissions. A supply gap of 8.8 Mtpa low-carbon ammonia remains for 2030 targets.
Key Points:
China: Embedding 10% ammonia co-firing in policy, targeting 50% emissions cuts at upgraded coal plants; large green ammonia capacity in Inner Mongolia.
South Korea: Second hydrogen/ammonia power auction in 2025; new rules aim to increase participation.
Japan: Securing blue ammonia from the US and green ammonia from China/India; contract for difference program to support scaling.
Challenges: High costs, limited domestic supply, and infrastructure needs. Success depends on scaling production, supportive pricing, and retrofitting coal plants.
https://www.rystadenergy.com/news/asia-ammonia-co-firing-supply-cost-pressure
LONGi Hydrogen Powers Central Asia’s First Large-Scale Green Hydrogen Breakthrough
5th July 2025
The Uzbekistan Green Hydrogen Project, a collaboration between ACWA Power, PowerChina Huadong, and LONGi Hydrogen, has successfully commenced hydrogen production, advancing toward full-scale commissioning. LONGi Hydrogen supplied four high-efficiency 1000 Nm³/h alkaline electrolyzers along with integrated systems for power, control, gas-liquid separation, and purification, all meeting EU and U.S. industrial standards. By June, commissioning tests confirmed stable full-load operation, with the system consistently producing high-purity hydrogen and oxygen, highlighting the project’s technical reliability and the readiness of China’s large-scale electrolyzer technology for international deployment.
Vietnam to Receive $50M German Support for Hydrogen and Renewable Skills Development
19 June 2025
Germany’s GEO Group will invest US$50 million to establish a renewable energy workforce training and development centre in Bình Định province, Việt Nam. The 20-hectare facility in Phù Mỹ District, developed in partnership with O-DOOR Vietnam, will focus on wind, solar, and green hydrogen technologies, offering GWO-certified programs and simulation facilities for offshore and onshore operations. Featuring two demonstration wind turbines and a hydrogen-related component manufacturing plant, the centre aims to train thousands of technicians annually, transfer advanced German technologies, and support regional green workforce development. The project, endorsed by local authorities, is set to meet international standards verified by DNV and TÜV, positioning Bình Định as a hub for renewable energy innovation in Southeast Asia.
GE Vernova Signs Long-Term Service Agreement for Asia’s First Natural Gas-Hydrogen Dual-Fuel 9HA Power Plant
Jul 30, 2025
On June 27, 2025, GE Vernova and its joint venture with Harbin Electric, Harbin Electric GE Gas Turbine (Qinhuangdao) Co., Ltd., signed a 25-year long-term service agreement with Guangdong Yuedian Daya Bay Energy Co., Ltd. for the 9HA.01 gas turbines at the Huizhou Daya Bay Integrated Energy Station in Guangdong. The plant, China’s first natural gas-hydrogen dual-fuel 9HA power facility, began commercial operation in July 2024, adding 1.34 million kW to the grid, and recently completed commissioning for 10% hydrogen blending by volume, reducing CO₂ emissions by ~2.5 million tonnes annually compared to coal plants of similar capacity. Under the agreement, GE Vernova will provide comprehensive services including maintenance, spare parts, technical support, and on-site operations. This marks the first long-term service agreement in Asia for a hydrogen-capable 9HA plant already in operation and highlights GE Vernova’s leadership in hydrogen blending technology, with over 120 gas turbines worldwide operating on low-calorific hydrogen-containing fuels. With six 9HA projects and 13 turbines installed in China, totaling over 9.7 million kW, GE Vernova is supporting the country’s energy transition and “dual carbon” goals through cleaner, efficient gas power solutions.
PH explores white hydrogen potential in Palawan
22 August 2025
The Philippines has completed a reconnaissance survey in Palawan to assess the province’s potential for indigenous “white hydrogen,” a naturally occurring low-carbon energy source. Conducted from 12 to 15 August 2025, the survey was the second phase of a nationwide initiative by the Department of Energy (DOE). A joint team from the Energy Resource Development Bureau and the Energy Research and Testing Laboratory Services collected water, gas, and rock samples from hot springs and outcrops in Sofronio Española, Narra, and Puerto Princesa. Early field observations at sites like Kay’s Hot Spring and Bato-Bato Hot Spring indicated promising hydrogen indicators. The samples will undergo laboratory analysis to determine their viability and inform the country’s strategy for harnessing local clean energy resources, supporting DOE’s goals to strengthen energy security, diversify the energy mix, and accelerate the low-carbon transition. This follows the DOE’s first survey in Zambales and Pangasinan conducted in late June to early July 2025.
https://asian-power.com/technology/news/ph-explores-white-hydrogen-potential-in-palawan
India Marks Green Leap For Railways With Historic Test Of Its First Hydrogen Train
Jul 28, 2025
India creates history by successfully testing its first hydrogen-powered train coach at Chennai’s Integral Coach Factory (ICF). Under the nation’s ‘Hydrogen for Heritage’ project (2023), Indian Railways aims to deploy 35 hydrogen trains, becoming the world’s most powerful hydrogen propulsion system for railway transport.
Once operational, India’s first hydrogen train will operate between the Northern Railway stations of Jind and Sonepat in Haryana, clocking two round trips of 356 km.
Indian Railways’ Northern Railway zone undertook the hydrogen-powered train coach project in 2020-2021, employing a two-pronged approach.
- The first component focuses on converting two conventional 1600-horsepower diesel power cars into a hydrogen fuel cell-powered traction system. The final train, comprising 10 coaches, will be able to accommodate over 2,600 passengers.
- The second part aims to establish a hydrogen storage and fuelling facility with a capacity to hold 3,000 kg of hydrogen in Haryana’s Jind district
https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/in/news/hydrogen-powered-train-india-makes-history
India’s First 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant Commissioned: Will It Be A Game-Changer For Clean Energy?
July 31, 2025
India’s Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) has commissioned the country’s first indigenously built 1 MW Green Hydrogen Plant at Kandla, marking a significant milestone in clean energy and maritime decarbonization. Inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, the plant—part of a planned 10 MW facility—can produce around 140 metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually and is entirely Make-in-India, showcasing domestic engineering capabilities. The project was completed in just four months, demonstrating speed, scale, and skill in execution. This breakthrough positions DPA as the first Indian port to operationalize a megawatt-scale green hydrogen facility, complementing earlier green initiatives such as India’s first all-electric Green Tug. The commissioning reinforces India’s commitment to Net Zero goals and sustainable port operations, setting an example for eco-friendly innovation in the maritime sector.