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South Africa and UAE Highlight Green Hydrogen Opportunities Amid US Tax Benefits for Hydrogen Expansion

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At Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized green hydrogen as a key opportunity for Africa's energy future, discussing the continent's advantages in renewable resources with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Concurrently, the Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Association in the US highlighted new tax-benefit structures for hydrogen expansion.

In Florida, Duke Energy showcased green hydrogen production, while Plug Power signed a letter of intent for a 5 MW PEM electrolyzer at Hy2gen's facility in France. Toyota Motor North America invested in First Element Fuel to enhance hydrogen fueling infrastructure in California.

Other developments include a hydrogen-powered train in India, a zero-emission train in Germany, a green hydrogen project in Norway, and a 100 MW project in Egypt exporting to Europe and the US. Global funding for clean hydrogen initiatives is increasing, with France introducing new subsidy auction rules.

South Africa and UAE Highlight Green Hydrogen Opportunities Amid US Tax Benefits for Hydrogen Expansion
Jan 16, 2026, 6:05 AM

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