Hydrogen JCB Hydromax Crushes FIA World Record With 406.320 MPH JCB Hydromax hits a 406.320 mph FIA flying kilometer average at Bonneville, eclipsing past hydrogen, diesel, and fuel cell benchmarks. Motor1 · Aug 12
Britain’s Andy Green sets a new speed record at Utah’s famous Bonneville Salt Flats Green said the inside of the car he used on Tuesday was ‘probably a little hotter’ than in the jet-powered vehicle from 1997 The Independent UK · Aug 11
Driver who broke sound barrier attempts another speed record in Utah At age 64, Andy Green thought his racing career was behind him until JCB invited him to join their new project The Independent UK · Aug 10
JCB Hydromax Smashes Bonneville Record Before FIA Attempt Hydromax’s hydrogen combustion streamliner posts a 368.347 mph SCTA class record, proving its twin-engine setup before the looming FIA world record bid. Motor1 · Aug 10
In 2011, Mississippi sank a retired NASA hydrogen tank as an artificial reef during post-Katrina restoration efforts A significant piece of history from the space race, this massive hydrogen tank weighing ninety-eight thousand pounds now lies submerged in the Gulf of Mexico as an artificial reef. Sunk in 2011, it serves to restore marine habitats lost in Hurricane Katrina's aftermath in 2005. Collaborating with marine resource officials,… The Times of India · Aug 8
Ashwini Vaishnaw's Rajya Sabha reply sheds light on road-ahead for India's new hydrogen train India's hydrogen train has run nearly 2,500 km in commercial operations since its launch. This pilot project aims to assess hydrogen propulsion's viability for wider railway network adoption. The train operates on the Jind-Sonipat route and produces no carbon dioxide emissions. Future expansion depends on resource availability and operational feasibility… The Economic Times · Aug 7
India seeks to boost domestic green ammonia supplies to fertiliser sector India's Solar Energy Corporation (SECI) is on a mission to boost the production of green ammonia, targeting a significant reduction in the country's dependence on imported fertilizers. The corporation is set to issue tenders for an impressive additional one million metric tons each year, aligning with India's comprehensive green hydrogen… The Economic Times · Aug 7
Council approves major green hydrogen plant to be built in Highlands A MAJOR hydrogen production facility is set to be built in the Highlands after getting the green light from councillors ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 6
Are aliens running out of places to hide? It turns out we've searched much more of the galaxy than we realized Astronomers may have already scanned millions of more stars than they thought, a realization that might lead to new ways to hunt for extraterrestrial radio signals. Space · Aug 4
In the 1840s, Alabama farmers embraced a drought-resistant livestock grass; it became a crop-choking weed that could poison cattle First brought to Alabama for cattle feed in the 1840s, Johnsongrass has since proliferated throughout the United States via seeds and extensive underground stems. This invasive grass now threatens agricultural output in nearly all states. Alarmingly, it has the ability to release hydrogen cyanide when stressed, highlighting a potential risk… The Times of India · Aug 4
Mizuho Says Bloom Energy Stock Is a ‘Buy.’ Here’s Why, and Whether You Should Snap Up BE Here. The Japanese banking conglomerate cited stronger-than-expected operational metrics for Bloom's upgrade. Barchart · Aug 3
Bill Gates' $650 million hydrogen superyacht, built for silence, sparked online protests after a loud party disturbed an Italian village A superyacht designed to redefine luxury through silence and sustainability has unexpectedly found itself at the centre of a noise controversy. The 390-foot (119-metre) hydrogen-powered Breakthrough, originally commissioned for Bill Gates before being sold to Canadian billionaire Patrick Dovigi, reportedly sparked online complaints after an onboard party disturbed residents of… The Times of India · Aug 3
India doubles down on strategic manufacturing--from semiconductors to hydrogen trains: Finmin Report India is accelerating a broad-based industrial strategy that spans semiconductors, electronics, commercial space, green mobility, rare earths, shipbuilding and coal gasification, signalling a coordinated push to reduce import dependence, strengthen domestic manufacturing and build resilient supply chains amid an increasingly uncertain global environment. The Economic Times · Jul 31
1,000-plus km on a single tank: While world focuses on EVs, this hydrogen bus, which refuels in just 15 minutes, has emerged as clean-fuel alternative Hydrogen Bus Spain: A hydrogen-powered bus has been transporting passengers in Madrid, Spain, since June as part of a real-world trial. Powered by Bosch's fuel-cell technology, the bus offers a driving range of more than 1,000 kilometres on a single tank of hydrogen, demonstrating the potential of fuel-cell vehicles for… The Economic Times · Jul 30
The Economic Times · Jul 25 Jind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train travelled 1200 kms; 3,000 litres of diesel exhaust replaced with water vapours Jind-Sonipat Hydrogen Train: India's first hydrogen-powered train has travelled more than 1,200 kilometres since its launch, marking a significant milestone for green rail transport. During this journey, it has reportedly saved over 3,200 litres of diesel by generating electricity onboard through a clean hydrogen fuel cell reaction. Powered by indigenous…
RideApart · Jul 24 Yamaha Aims to Build a Hydrogen-Powered Sauna Boat. Yes, You Read That Right Yamaha has signed an MoU with a Finish company to build a hydrogen-powered sauna boat as a proof of concept. Imagine sweating while floating down the river, all while not producing a single emission.
The Economic Times · Jul 24 Adani Energy Solutions bags Rs 8,500 crore Andhra Pradesh transmission project Adani Energy Solutions secured a significant power transmission project valued at approximately Rs 8,500 crore. This project will support upcoming green hydrogen and green ammonia facilities in the Visakhapatnam region. It will also bolster the grid for growing digital infrastructure investments in the area. The transmission network will expand significantly…
The Economic Times · Jul 23 India to develop 5 indigenously-designed small modular reactors by 2033: Government India plans to develop and operate five indigenous small modular reactors by 2033. The Bhabha Atomic Research Centre is designing three different reactor types. These reactors will support energy-intensive industries and remote locations. One reactor will produce green hydrogen for transport and industry needs. This initiative aims to enhance India's…
The Conversation · Jul 21 The biggest atomic blast in Australia happened 70 years ago – mysteries about its impact linger One winter’s day in June 1956, Britain detonated the largest weapon ever exploded in Australia. The test, code-named Mosaic G2, was conducted at Western Australia’s remote Montebello Islands, site of the first British atomic test in 1952, over 100 kilometres off the Pilbara coast.
The Economic Times · Jul 21 India's steel ambitions face a coal reality check India faces challenges securing metallurgical coal for its expanding steel sector. Australia's declining exports create a significant supply gap for India's needs. India is diversifying import sources and increasing domestic supply for steel production. The nation is also exploring scrap steel and green hydrogen for manufacturing. This strategic shift enhances…
AAP · Jul 20 One ingredient offers recipe for cheaper green hydrogen By tweaking one substance used to create green hydrogen, researchers say they could unlock more of the fuel's potential.
Space · Jul 20 Did Viking 1 find life on Mars 50 years ago? Here's why the debate continues Did Viking 1 find evidence of life on Mars? Fifty years after the NASA lander touched down, the jury is still out.
We Got This Covered · Jul 18 SoCal man was shocked Scientific American’s ‘expert’ wasn’t one, So he ran bathtub experiment to prove the magazine’s opinion on Lincoln pool wrong “This is the level of nerdiness we need keeping peeps accountable.”
The Economic Times · Jul 17 India's first hydrogen train: 1,200-kW fuel cell, zero emissions, advanced safety and other salient features New Delhi received its first hydrogen-powered train on Friday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged the passenger service from Jind railway station. This train will operate between Jind and Sonipat covering 89 kilometers. It features a 1,200-kilowatt hydrogen-fuel-cell-propulsion system for power. The train eliminates tailpipe emissions and lowers fossil fuel dependence.
The Economic Times · Jul 17 Hydrogen train: Railways to soon announce date for regular service Northern Railway will soon announce the start of commercial operations for India's first hydrogen train. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the train on the Jind-Sonipat route in Haryana. The hydrogen train will depart from Jind at 7:40 am and arrive at Sonipat at 9:40 am. Its fare is expected to…