Construction of hydrogen plants in Germany and Japan, along with research advancements in electrolysis technology, are key developments in the push for green hydrogen solutions. Moroccan researchers emphasize the importance of integrating desalination technologies to maximize green hydrogen potential. Additionally, a research team has made progress in decreasing the degradation rate in oxygen production, moving towards a commercially viable electrolyzer. NASA's selection of suppliers for liquid hydrogen highlights the growing demand for clean fuel sources, with contracts totaling approximately $147.2 million. These advancements signal a promising future for climate solutions experts working towards a more sustainable energy landscape.
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The Symbiosis Of Food And Climate Arise At COP30
COP30 focused on addressing the unequal distribution of climate impacts, with a focus on food and climate solutions. Initiatives were announced to promote healthy food and climate exchanges, including reducing food waste and methane emissions. Brazil, Japan, and the UK supported goals for resilient agriculture and reducing environmental impacts. The Gates Foundation added funds for smallholder farmer climate adaptation. The Zero Hunger Private Sector Pledge continues to mobilize investments to end hunger and malnutrition, with a focus on smallholder farmers and regenerative agriculture. The section also emphasizes the need for more media coverage on the impact of animal agriculture on climate change, the importance of finance in addressing climate-related issues in agriculture, and the updated Planetary Health Diet endorsing a plant-rich diet with reduced meat consumption to combat climate change.
https://cleantechnica.com/2025/11/25/the-symbiosis-of-food-and-climate-arise-at-cop30/
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Andrew Forrest says real zero is already the “winning business case” in three key fossil fuel guzzling industries
Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest is championing the concept of "real zero," which involves completely eliminating fossil fuels with zero-carbon alternatives. His company, Fortescue, is investing billions to achieve real zero by 2030, focusing on decarbonizing its operations through technologies like wind, solar, and electric vehicles. Battery-electric long-haul trucks (BETs) are projected to reach cost parity with diesel equivalents by 2026, with total cost expected to be 15-22% lower by 2030. Green hydrogen-based steel production in Japan and green ammonia for fertilizer production in India are also showing promising cost competitiveness with fossil routes. Eliminating fossil fuels makes solid commercial sense, as renewables are now the cheapest source of power, and the Real Zero approach is the winning business case for sustainability.
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Japanese utility uses Sharp PV-linked home batteries for grid balancing
Tohoku Electric Power in Japan is utilizing Sharp's residential batteries and AI-powered energy management systems to balance grid demand and optimize household solar energy use. Customers can earn points redeemable for local products through the program, which learns household lifestyle patterns and solar power generation status to efficiently consume generated electricity and reduce electricity bills. The upgraded AI-based system by Sharp links residential solar power systems, storage batteries, home appliances, and electric vehicles for effective use of PV-generated electricity, allowing for remote control of batteries to adjust the balance of power supply and demand.