Green Hydrogen, a tool for the future
Hydrogen is a chemical element with the symbol H and atomic number 1. It is the lightest and most abundant element in the universe, making up about 75% of its elemental mass. Hydrogen is the primary component of stars and gas giants. It plays a vital role in the formation of these celestial bodies. Hydrogen […]
COP 27 is 1.5C still possible?
In the second week of November 2022, Egypt will host COP27. The 27th session of the Conference of the Parties of UNFCC is hosted in Sharm El Sheikh.
Power-to-X: Enabling a green future
Power-to-X (aka P2X or PtX) is a generic term for energy conversion technologies that turn (renewable) electricity into carbon-neutral synthetic fuels. These can be Hydrogen (H2), Methane (CH4), Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), or chemicals. PtX is an important tool in enabling the green transition. These synthetic fuels are used in applications and sectors that are […]
What is a carbon footprint?
A carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases, specifically carbon dioxide, that are produced by an individual, organization, or event. Greenhouse gases trap heat in the Earth’s atmosphere and contribute to climate change. The carbon footprint is typically measured in units of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e). CO2e takes into account the global warming […]
Gas nightmares and biogas opportunities
Natural gas although a cleaner alternative to other fossil fuels due to its cleaner combustion is still a fossil fuel. It is mainly made of methane (CH4) and usually has trace levels of CO2, nitrogen, and other elements. It is colorless and odorless, and odor is typically added for safety, and to detect leaks. Natural […]
Energy Security and Climate Change
Energy security and the climate change fight are closely linked. Following recent events, energy prices are increasing globally. Driven by a cost increase of conventional fuels (coal, gas, petrol). Export bans, war, and increased worldwide consumption not only are increasing consumer bills but also energy insecurity. According to the IEA, energy security is defined as […]
Green Premium vs. Green Reward
Introducing Green Reward In 2020, Bill Gates introduced the Green Premium, as a tool to understand the additional costs of going ‘green’. The tool allows identifying in which industries there are the bigger challenges to overcome climate change. The Green Premium is the additional cost to be paid for a product or service being carbon […]
Climate change and cryptocurrencies
Cryptocurrencies are trendy, they are rising globally as a new investment and transactional tool; their value rises then collapses. Their supporters think that cryptocurrencies will change the world, creating a distributed network, and replacing other currencies like the dollar, euro, or other assets such as gold. But are cryptocurrencies sustainable, and how are they linked […]
What did COP26 accomplish?
The biggest climate conference was a success or yet a missed chance to address climate change? There were high stakes, but what did Glasgow COP26 accomplish
The Global Methane Pledge: is it realistic?
The Global Methane Pledge was announced during COP26 by the US and EU, it is a commitment to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030.