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H2Tech's bi-weekly podcast brings you face-to-face with the leading experts pioneering the technology fueling the hydrogen revolution. Join us as we explore the innovations and breakthroughs shaping the future of hydrogen energy.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Digital real-time H2 ecosystem management

    While other industries are undergoing digital transformations, the H2 ecosystem is a greenfield that can begin operations with transformative technologies in place. These technologies empower people, optimize processes and automate systems to enhance business performance across the enterprise.

  2. NOV 29

    Revolutionizing data centers: How ECL's hydrogen-powered vision is changing the game

    ECL is redefining data center design by leveraging hydrogen as a primary power source, moving away from reliance on traditional grid electricity often derived from fossil fuels. This innovative approach focuses on sustainability, efficiency, and flexibility, aiming to reduce carbon footprints and dependency on energy grids. Led by founder and CEO Yuval Bachar, ECL has successfully launched a 1-MW hydrogen-powered data center in Mountain View, showcasing its modular, off-grid designs that enable faster deployment and scalability. H2Tech sat down with Yuval to discuss ECL's work to expand its capacity and pave the way for more environmentally friendly and cost-effective solutions in the data center industry.

  3. NOV 22

    Hydrogen, energy transition and subsidy dynamics: A global discussion from Vienna

    In this episode, Jim Watkins sits down with Jan Frederik Braun, Senior Expert for Hydrogen Technologies at the Fraunhofer Institute, to discuss the intersection of H2, renewable energy and the geopolitics of energy transition. They explore the growing importance of H2 technologies in the MENA region and Europe, the role of solar energy, and the profound impact of subsidies—both for fossil fuels and renewables. The conversation dives into how market distortions created by fossil fuel subsidies complicate the transition to greener alternatives and the challenges governments face in balancing social contracts with sustainability goals. Don't miss this thought-provoking discussion on how energy policies, subsidies and international collaboration are shaping the future of global energy systems.

    22 min

  4. NOV 20

    Shaping Europe's hydrogen future: A conversation with Ad van Wijk

    In this episode, H2Tech spoke with Ad van Wijk, Professor Future Energy Systems, Delft University of Technology, about his journey in renewable energy, from founding a major company in the 1980s to influencing Europe’s H2 strategy. He discusses the importance of H2 in the global energy transition, explaining how it can address energy storage and transportation challenges more efficiently than electricity. van Wijk also highlights the potential of regions like the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Europe in pioneering H2 as a key energy carrier, and how his work helped shape the EU's H2 strategy.

    26 min

  5. NOV 14

    Exploring the future of green H2 with Andritz at the DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit

    In this episode, we delve into the evolving role of green hydrogen in the energy transition, featuring an insightful conversation with Sami Palconin, EVP of Green Hydrogen Renewable Fuels & Power to X at Andritz Environment and Energy. Sami shares how Andritz, a global leader in pulp, paper, hydropower, and metals, is integrating hydrogen across its diverse business lines, from green steel production to biorefineries. With hydrogen conferences booming across Europe, Sami discusses the opportunities and challenges of scaling this vital energy source, and how collaboration at events like DII is key to making green hydrogen a viable solution for the future. Don’t miss this deep dive into the hydrogen economy and Andritz’s pivotal role in shaping its growth.

    8 min

  6. NOV 12

    Women in Leadership: A discussion with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation

    Leading up to the Women's Global Leadership Conference in Energy, Gulf Energy Information sat down with Caroline Alting, Senior Vice President, Operational Excellence, Noble Corporation. In this episode, Ms. Alting discusses her career progression and the role of women in the oil and gas industry, including major inflection points of her career, advice for attracting and retaining female talent, advice for young women starting their career and much more.

    17 min

  7. NOV 8

    Exploring low emission molecules: Insights into H2’s role in the energy transition

    In this video, Jim Watkins joins Simon Roth, Director of Management Consulting for Infrastructure and Utilities at ILF Consulting Engineers, at the 14th edition of the DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit in Vienna, Austria. They discuss ILF's newly released report, Low Emission Molecules: Insights into an Emerging Sector, which examines the entire hydrogen value chain. Simon explains how the report highlights key sectors involved in hydrogen production, transportation, and offtake, with a focus on the European market.The report covers challenges such as financing, regulations, and market development, drawing insights from over 30 industry interviews. It also proposes supporting elements for the growth of the hydrogen economy, including first-mover protection and strategic gas reserves. The conversation dives deep into the complexities facing hydrogen development and its integration into existing energy systems, offering a comprehensive look at what needs to be done to accelerate the transition to a green hydrogen economy.

    17 min

  8. NOV 8

    Insights from the DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit: Hydrogen, energy storage and MENA's transition to renewables

    In this episode, Jim Watkins reports live from the 14th DII Desert Energy Leadership Summit in Vienna, where key players in the hydrogen and energy transition sectors come together to share insights. Special guest Chiara Aruffo, Director of Research at DII Desert Energy, discusses her fascinating journey from the oil and gas industry to leading research on energy transition topics, including liquid hydrogen and energy storage. The conversation dives deep into the emerging opportunities for the MENA region and Europe in the renewable energy space, including transportation of hydrogen, socio-economic impacts, and workforce capacity building. Chiara highlights several new reports and resources available, including a socio-economic study on hydrogen's impact in MENA and the latest findings on liquid hydrogen and energy storage solutions. Don't miss the links to these important reports, which offer cutting-edge insights for anyone interested in the future of hydrogen, renewable energy, and energy storage.

    13 min
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H2Tech's bi-weekly podcast brings you face-to-face with the leading experts pioneering the technology fueling the hydrogen revolution. Join us as we explore the innovations and breakthroughs shaping the future of hydrogen energy.

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    H2Tech
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    50
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