Green Hydrogen – Windhoek Observer

30 Sep

Namibia eyes global leadership in green hydrogen production

ObserverEnergy, Observer MoneyElon Musk, Green Hydrogen, James Mnyupe

Hertta-Maria Amutenya Namibia is positioning itself as a major player in the global green hydrogen economy, leveraging its abundant renewable energy resources to power the production of this clean fuel. In recent discussions with leading innovators such as Tesla founder Elon Musk, Namibia’s commissioner for green hydrogen, James Mnyupe, outlined the country’s vision for the future of green hydrogen. The meeting, which took place during a high-level event in New York last month, focused on Tesla’s Energy Master Plan Part 3. Mnyupe emphasised that the country's Green Hydrogen Blueprint aligns closely with Musk’s vision, highlighting that Namibia’s abundant natural resources…

13 Sep

Deaf community feels left out of Green Hydrogen

ObserverEnergy, National NewsDeaf community feels left out of Green Hydrogen, Green Hydrogen

Martin Endjala Members of the deaf community have expressed their disappointment with the Green Hydrogen project because they feel excluded from the ongoing engagements and discussions. “Namibia is home to many deaf persons and we are scattered around the vast part of Namibia, however, there is little information coming to the deaf community about the GH2. We are not informed at the moment and do not know much about the projects”. These were the words of Namibia National Association of the Deaf National Director Linekela Paul Nanyeni while responding to questions sent to him by this publication on how well…

08 Sep

Green hydrogen, oil holds promise for Lüderitz

ObserverObserver Moneyf Rossing Uranium Mine in Swakopmund, Green Hydrogen, oil holds promise for Lüderitz

Chamwe Kaira Green hydrogen and the discovery of oil are instilling hope in Lüderitz, as these industries promise significant development. The realisation of these ambitious projects hinges on substantial support from the central government, particularly in terms of crucial infrastructure and town expansion. Lüderitz is set to host a remarkable N$10 billion green hydrogen industry, while the revelation of over 11 billion barrels of offshore oil reserves in the Atlantic Ocean is expected to catalyse the town’s growth. Fluksman Samuehl, CEO of the Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company, emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts between investors and the government to ensure…

19 Jul

Mining Expo to shine a spotlight on oil and gas

ObserverFeatured, Observer MoneyGreen Hydrogen, Mining Expo to shine a spotlight on oil and gas

Martin Endjala The highly anticipated Mining Expo 2023 will be focusing on the discovery of oil and gas as well as the Green Hydrogen in the country and how the mining industry can capitalize on these new developments while showcasing Namibia’s vibrant mining sector. The exhibition is slated for 30-31 August this year at the Windhoek Showgrounds where 86 exhibitors already confirmed their attendance. Exhibitors have already booked a total of 140 booths and stands and the number is expected to rise by the end of the week. The main highlights will be oil and gas, according to the extractive…

07 Sep

Hyphen tables financing options for hydrogen

ObserverObserver MoneyGreen Hydrogen, Hyphen tables financing options for hydrogen, Tsau //Khaeb National Park

CHAMWE KAIRA Hyphen Hydrogen Energy is looking at all financing options for its green hydrogen project in southern Namibia. The company says it is making positive progress on its discussions with the government as it moves towards signature of the implementation agreement before the end of the year on its US$10 billion Namibian green hydrogen project. Hyphen is a Namibian registered green hydrogen development company, specifically formed to develop green hydrogen projects in Namibia for international, regional and domestic supply. Hyphen successfully bid on and has been awarded preferred bidder status on 4000 square kilometers of land within the Tsau…

19 Aug

BoN considers optimizing on Southern boom

ObserverNational NewsBank’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations Kazembire Zemburuka, BoN considers optimizing on Southern boom, Green Hydrogen

Tujoromajo Kasuto The Bank of Namibia (BoN) is considering riding on the boom in the south of the country through the Green Hydrogen revolution, Neckartal Dam irrigation project and oil discoveries to establish a southern branch there to support stakeholders with applied research. According to the Bank’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations Kazembire Zemburuka the commercial viability of these projects will prompt a proposal for such an establishment. ‘’Given the recent economic developments in the South such as Green Hydrogen, Neckartal Dam irrigation project and oil discoveries, the Bank of Namibia is on record having stated that it…

22 Sep

The Fuel of the Future – Namibia is ready for Green Hydrogen

ObserverUncategorisedFuel of the Future, Green Hydrogen

There is increasing evidence of fossil fuels being replaced by renewable energies. The main drivers of this migration are climate mitigation, decarbonization and competitiveness of renewable energy technologies. Renewable electricity can help reduce emissions in road transport, low-temperature industrial processes and in heating buildings. However, fossil fuels have a significant advantage in applications that require high energy density, industrial processes that rely on carbon as a reactant, or where demand is seasonal. To fully decarbonize the world economy, it is likely a clean molecule will be needed, and hydrogen is well placed to play this role. Hydrogen is versatile, reactive,…