The new hydrogen compatible combined cycle gas turbine – CCGT has a generation capacity of 670 MW, which is sufficient to supply electricity to around 1.2 million four-room HDB flats for a year.

This will be on top of over 20 CCGTs in the power system as of today, which are currently powered through natural gas, the Energy Market Authority – EMA said on Thursday, August 20, 2026.

The new project will bring a number of hydrogen-compatible CCGTs to five, or those under development, by 2031, which includes the one Tuas Power is going to build.

At present, CCGTs happen to be the most efficient thermal generation units that are available to meet Singapore’s demand.

In these units, a gas-fired power plant burns natural gas as well as air so as to make the turbine spin and produce electricity.

In CCGTs, this is an additional turbine, driven by steam, which generates more electricity.

The announcement from the EMA comes after a call in April 2026 for energy companies to go ahead and construct almost three new hydrogen-ready power plants in 2031 and 2032 to meet the electricity demand in Singapore.

Singapore’s electricity demand is projected to increase significantly in the years ahead, fuelled by robust economic growth, transport electrification and the growth of energy-intensive industries like semiconductor manufacturing and data centres, confirmed the authority.

Its forecasts predict the peak electricity demand will increase by between 2.4% and 4.8% per year over the next decade.

It is well to be noted that the peak demand is expected to be 9.6 gigawatt – GW to 11.4 GW in 2031.

Interestingly, preparation is vital to meet Singapore’s increasing demand, added Puah Kok Keong, the EMA chief executive.

He added that “Tuas Power’s new hydrogen compatible combined cycle gas turbine – CCGT will provide the capacity we need for the growth of energy-intensive sectors.” As per him, the CCGTs fired by natural gas offer dependable baseload power as Singapore explores multiple routes leading to a cleaner energy future.

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The deal to build 20MW Hydrogen-Ready Data Center in Singapore comes in the face of rising global demand, especially for digital infrastructure, fuelled by the swift implementation of artificial intelligence and cloud computing as well as 5G technologies.

The loan, which adheres to internationally recognized Green Loan Guidelines, will contribute to the development of a 20 MW hydrogen-ready data center from DayOne. The facility, situated in the Western part of Singapore, broke ground in July 2025 and is projected to be fully operational by the first quarter of 2027.

DBS, OCBC, and UOB are the Joint Mandated Lead Arrangers and Bookrunners as well as Green Loan Coordinators for the facility. DBS is also functioning as the Facility Agent and Security Agent.

The 20MW Hydrogen-Ready Data Center in Singapore is built for sustainability, with vertical building-integrated photovoltaics – BIPV as well as hybrid air-liquid cooling technologies to improve efficiency in energy use.

The facility earned BCA Green Mark Platinum (provisional) certification, which is the highest Green Mark granted by the Building and Construction Authority in Singapore according to the Green Mark for Data Centers Scheme, in December 2025.

Since its launch in 2022, DayOne has quickly built a strong footprint in Asia and Europe, with a presence across Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Hong Kong, Finland, Singapore, and Malaysia, as well as Spain.

According to the Group Head of Institutional Banking at DBS, Han Kwee Juan, “Demand for digital infrastructure is accelerating as AI and cloud computing continue to reshape economies across Asia. This is driving an increase in energy consumption and the need for more energy-efficient infrastructure. Drawing on our expertise in financing digital and renewable infrastructure projects, we are pleased to partner DayOne and the bank consortium to finance Singapore’s first data centre to pioneer a proof-of-concept for hydrogen-based energy. Singapore is well-positioned to lead financing of green and energy-efficient digital infrastructure in Asia.”

The Head of Global Corporate Banking, OCBC, Elaine Lam, opines that “Singapore’s first data centre incorporating hydrogen power represents an important milestone in the evolution of sustainable digital infrastructure. As demand for digital services and connectivity continues to grow, innovative energy solutions will play an increasingly important role in supporting this growth sustainably. This financing reflects OCBC’s commitment to supporting technology sectors, including digital infrastructure, which are increasingly critical to economic development, while advancing energy transition solutions that enable sustainable growth. We are pleased to partner DayOne on this milestone and look forward to supporting its continued growth as demand for high-quality, energy-efficient data centre capacity continues to rise across the region.”

Edmund Leong, who is the Head of Group Corporate Banking and Sector Solutions Group with UOB, added that “As AI adoption accelerates, digital infrastructure is becoming a strategic asset that underpins economic competitiveness, innovation, and resilience. This financing supports next-generation infrastructure that will strengthen Singapore’s position as a leading AI and digital hub while advancing sustainability goals. At UOB, we are committed to support projects that build the foundations for the region’s next phase of growth.”

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A joint project in energy transition

Apparently, the hydrogen project was launched in 2023. It started its operations as a joint venture, with finance applications being shared with NBank, the EWE Foundation, and the Wesermarsch district, as well as the city of Nordenham. As per Dieter Sichau, INP Managing Director, “NBank finances only technical components, but a project like this also requires personnel resources.

Via the mix of technical assistance along with personnel support, this project went on to become a regional joint venture, the work of which goes beyond the Wesermarsch region across the entire JadeBay region.

A funding of 450,000 euros for the hydrogen plant

Interestingly, the hydrogen plant by itself represented an investment of almost €450,000, with the funding being provided as 40% by NBank along with 60% by the shareholders of JadeBay. Additionally, the EWE Foundation is offering €210,000 funding over three years when it comes to both personnel and development costs to make sure that educational assistance along with technical training is adequately provided.

Dr. Stefanie Abke stated that “We only fund personnel if it is part of a professional overall concept – and that is the case here.”

Technical outcomes along with new research collaborations

It is worth noting that the plant has already been operated successfully and that too many times. Simultaneously, there are more research projects that are already underway, such as the WENDE project of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology – KIT that involves prominent German research institutions like DLR and DECHEMA, and investigations into which water types are appropriate for future hydrogen production. Notably, the German Aerospace Center – DLR in Oldenburg has conducted purity measurements of the produced hydrogen recently. The outcomes are most likely to be published soon.

What lies ahead – Expansion of INP and hydrogen as a building tech

As Nordenham Innovation Center commissions new hydrogen plant, it is looking forward to having an extension to meet the demand, which has risen pretty sharply. The center has been functioning at full capacity for 3 years. Plans for the extension go on to include geothermal supply of energy, equipping one of the floors with hydrogen heating technology, and also putting in place a hybrid system with a switchover alternative to the regular heating technology. As per Sichau, “We want to demonstrate how modern building technology can work with hydrogen.”

Digital learning setup – Over 3,000 students every year

One of the major elements of the project is its educational work. The digital learning of ILP teaches students technical as well as scientific skills, be it in hydrogen and 3D printing to drone tech. It is well to be noted that in the first year itself, 660 students visited the center, in the second year, that number rose to 2,015, and in 2026, it has touched 3,020. The INP is very much known among schools even beyond the district as a prominent digital learning place.

The EWE Foundation has offered more support to the learning center with €45,000 when it comes to a qualified educator, who has since joined permanently. Stephan Siefken, the District Administrator, stressed that, “In today’s world, a good idea is not enough – it also needs funding. We are grateful for the strong partners at our side.”

Regional significance for energy shift

The INP is indeed growing into a significant location when it comes to hydrogen technology as well as technical education across Northwest Germany. The integration of research and application along with education has made the center a flagship when it comes to regional energy shift.

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With more than 60 years of experience in cryogenic insulation and LH2 storage, CB&I is leading the way to lower-cost, large-scale LH2 storage via the use of innovative non-vacuum insulation technology.

Launched in 2025, the program brings together CB&I, Shell, NASA, and GenH2, as well as the University of Houston, to establish and validate cost-effective, scalable LH2 storage systems in a real-life operational setting. The technology is being shown in a tank designed and built by CB&I that is incorporated into NASA’s HTF. Non-vacuum insulation technology presents an attractive opportunity to minimize capital expenses when it comes to high-throughput LH2 storage applications.

CB&I’s 20 m3 demonstration tank will triple the overall LH2 storage capacity of the HTF and will be replenished as often as once every day. This improved capability provides a novel platform for rapid testing of insulation systems through recurrent thermal cycles while at the same time increasing the capability of HTF to perform long-duration LH2 tests.

The first fill of non-vacuum LH2 test tank has been fully integrated into the current LH2 infrastructure of the facility.

CB&I’s vice president of engineering, Yogesh Meher, said that “the successful first fill of our demonstration tank marks an important step toward validating a more cost-effective approach to large-scale liquid hydrogen storage. By demonstrating this technology under real operating conditions at NASA’s Hydrogen Test Facility, we are accelerating the path to commercial deployment and helping enable the hydrogen economy at scale.”

In the months to come, NASA and CB&I, along with Shell, will be evaluating the effectiveness of the non-vacuum insulation system and collecting critical data to facilitate the commercialization and implementation of large-scale LH2 storage technologies.

CB&I has an extensive track record of backing America’s space program as well as hydrogen infrastructure. In 1960, the company constructed the first LH2 storage sphere for the Gemini and Apollo programs by NASA. Since then, CB&I has built over 130 LH2 storage spheres globally, including the largest LH2 storage sphere in the world, built in 2022, supporting the Artemis program by NASA.

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The testing campaign will focus on the long-term operational stability of the proprietary nanostructured iridium catalyst layer from Smoltek, a critical step towards the commercialization and large-scale industrialization of cost-effective green hydrogen production.

The collaboration combines the innovative nanotechnology of Smoltek with the world-leading know-how of Heraeus Precious Metals when it comes to precious metal electrocatalysts as well as materials characterization.

According to the Head of R&D at Smoltek Hydrogen, Fabian Wenger, “Our nanostructured layer offers a unique capability to maximize charge and mass transport properties within a thickness of just a few microns. By optimizing this specific catalyst architecture, we can simultaneously maintain high electrolyzer efficiency while successfully reducing the amount of iridium needed to below 0.1 mg/cm² loading.”

Testing and validation are the crux of the process of moving this breakthrough from lab to industrial application. Heraeus Precious Metals will take the lead in the next stage of testing, drawing on its extensive resources to assess the performance of the catalyst under realistic operating circumstances.

As per the Head of Innovation in the Hydrogen Systems Division at Heraeus Precious Metals, Christian Gebauer, “We are looking forward to commencing this extensive testing campaign and to providing the critical material analysis required to validate this technology. With our capabilities we will continue to support all steps towards an industrialization of these highly promising ultra-low iridium Porous Transport Electrodes with our comprehensive analytical and testing capabilities.”

This joint effort addresses directly one of the main bottlenecks when it comes to scaling PEM electrolysis, which is the high price of iridium. Smoltek Hydrogen and Heraeus Precious Metals are leading the way to the sustainable growth of the global green hydrogen infrastructure with a significant reduction in the necessary loading, without compromising robustness and reliability.

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The delivery of the first batch of renewable hydrogen shows the effective convergence of renewable hydrogen production and pipeline transport as well as industrial consumption into one integrated system and thus the feasibility of Germany’s upcoming hydrogen infrastructure.

In the Lower Saxony town of Lingen, two 100-megawatt electrolysis plants are in the installation phase, currently producing hydrogen. The hydrogen is produced according to the European Union’s guidelines for Renewable Fuels of Non-Biological Origin – RFNBOs and shipped via about 120 kilometers of exclusive pipeline infrastructure. The network is collaboratively operated by Nowega GmbH, Open Grid Europe – OGE and SYNEQT GmbH, a subsidiary of Evonik – all transmission companies. It is then supplied to Marl Chemical Park from Evonik, where it is utilized in industrial manufacturing processes.

The GET H2 Nukleus project is funded by the German federal government and the states of Lower Saxony as well as North Rhine-Westphalia within the IPCEI Hy2Infra program. The hydrogen pipelines of the project are among the first operational elements in the eventual national hydrogen backbone network in Germany.

The project represents a significant milestone in the development of a thriving hydrogen economy in Germany, said OGE CEO Thomas Hüwener. The network additionally offers significant operational expertise when it comes to future hydrogen market mechanisms such as network access, capacity allocation as well as balancing procedures in addition to facilitating hydrogen transport.

Nikolaus Valerius, the RWE Generation CEO, said the successful delivery of the pipeline demonstrated how production of renewable hydrogen and transport infrastructure, as well as industrial demand, can work hand in hand. The company expects to wrap up the commissioning of its electrolysis premises in the months to come, it said.

By the end of 2026, the Lingen plant should have 200 MW of electrolysis capacity running, and RWE says it will set up a further 100 MW by 2027.

Initial cooperation between infrastructure operators as well as industrial customers has led to a faster development of the hydrogen ecosystem of Germany, highlighted Frank Heunemann, who is the managing director of Nowega. The GET H2 TransHyDE research effort has also provided valuable operational expertise that has led to the effective execution of the project.

According to Thomas Basten, the SYNEQT Chairman, a secure hydrogen supply will improve the competitive edge of the Marl Chemical Park and at the same time help to decarbonize industrial processes and draw in future investment.

More infrastructure development is currently in progress looking ahead.

Underground hydrogen storage was made possible by the completion of a hydrogen pipeline between Heek and Epe in late 2025. RWE Gas Storage West aims to start filling the first commercial hydrogen cavern storage facility of Europe by the end of 2026, with commercial activities planned for mid-2027. Germany plans on expanding its renewable hydrogen network with more pipeline conversions and new links between industrial sites in North Rhine-Westphalia to be completed by 2027.

Effective integration of renewable hydrogen production and transportation is anticipated to improve the long-term supply of low-carbon hydrogen for industrial uses, particularly for chemicals, refining, fertilizers, and methanol, as well as sustainable fuels. Greater access to hydrogen can help reduce reliance on fossil-based hydrogen and promote decarbonized manufacturing.

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HD Hydrogen stated on August 7, 2026, that it just finished pre-use assessment of its SOFC power generation equipment HD250 and HD300 as well as manufacturing facilities from the Korea Electrical Safety Corporation, creating a product mass production system.

The company was founded in August 2024 and developed SOFC power generation equipment with high efficiency, and along with it, constructed a production line in a matter of two years.

Interestingly, HD250 and HD300 are now mass-produced, small- and mid-size power generation SOFC products of 249kW-class and 285kW-class, respectively, for which demand from the market is pretty high. The water-free operation technology, which can operate without an additional external water supply, improves the ease of installation and the effectiveness of operation, and makes the products suitable for different installation settings and operating conditions.

The Korean-style SOFC is known as a next-generation power generation technology that can realize high generation efficiency within the hydrogen fuel cells. It can be used with a variety of fuels such as hydrogen and natural gas and can additionally employ the heat generated in the power generation process and thereby is attracting focus as an essential technology when it comes to eco-friendly distributed power.

HD Hydrogen aims to target the domestic eco-friendly small-scale power plant market initially and to get into the self-consumption power market for energy-intensive facilities, including data centers. In addition, the company will accelerate development of high-output and high-durability SOFC products for ships, thereby expanding its scope of operations into global distributed power generation as well as environmentally friendly energy markets.

According to Nam Young-jun, the CEO of HD Hydrogen, “The background to being able to complete product development and establish a mass production system in a short period after our founding lies in the manufacturing capabilities HD Hyundai has accumulated. Using this mass production system as a springboard, we will actively expand our SOFC business not only in the onshore power generation market but also in the maritime market going forward.”

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It is well to be noted that Lawson 3 is being drilled about 2.2 km east of Lawson 2 and 1.2 km south of the initial discovery of Lawson 1. The placement is intended to aid in triangulating the deposit for geological modelling by GLJ Ltd. Data collected from the first two wells will guide the best placement for Lawson 4, with completion evaluation and a possible production well to follow.

Lawson 2 logged about 860 meters of constant natural hydrogen readings, the most powerful readings to date at the project. It also confirmed the presence of a large fracture system as well as viable source rocks. The well was drilled to an overall depth of 2,440 meters and returned 120 meters of core, which includes a record 89.2 meters of core from the Precambrian basement complex for just one Saskatchewan well.

Apparently, the ongoing drilling program is designed to assess the extent and continuity of what could go on to become the first large natural hydrogen system and that too commercial across the world, the management said.

The work also enhances the geological model over the larger 1,852-square-kilometre Lawson and Aurora project portfolio.

This is a significant milestone, as it can help make natural hydrogen a clean energy source. Natural hydrogen is found in the earth’s crust and might provide a low-carbon substitute to conventional ways of producing hydrogen that call for energy input. Commercialization of this project would put Saskatchewan on the map as a leader in the rising natural hydrogen industry.

The disciplined approach by MAX Power from first discovery to delineation drilling demonstrates the commitment by the company to conduct a thorough assessment of the resource. The triangulation strategy with Lawson 3 is an important step to learn the degree of the hydrogen buildup, which is important for subsequent production planning.

Investors and industry watchers will be observing closely as the company moves to completion testing and possible production. A successful outcome to these efforts could have major consequences for the energy sector, perhaps offering a new and sustainable hydrogen source.

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The cooperation, announced at the Energy Investment Conference of South Africa in China, will look at how renewable power and battery energy storage, as well as electrolyzers could be combined so as to optimize green hydrogen production. The study is anticipated to be finished later in 2026 and will serve as the technical and commercial basis for any prospective future investment.

It is well to be noted that green hydrogen is widely regarded as a critical enabler for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors and creating low-carbon fuels like eMethanol and sustainable aviation fuel – eSAF, which are projected to see higher demand as global emissions regulations become more stringent.

Envision will bring its deep experience in battery storage, renewable energy, AI-enabled energy management as well as hydrogen technologies. Recently, the company executed what it calls the largest AI-enabled off-grid green hydrogen and ammonia project in the world at its Chifeng Net Zero Industrial Park in China, generating 320,000 tonnes of green ammonia per year, and has plans to achieve significant growth by 2028.

This partnership part from speeding-up the green hydrogen production in South Africa is part of the broader strategy by Sasol in order to decarbonize its chemicals and fuels operations through its current industrial infrastructure. The study will look at how integrated renewable generation and electrolyzer systems could lead to cost-effective green hydrogen production at Sasolburg, the company said.

The vast solar and wind resources of South Africa are putting it in an increasingly dominant position to become a future exporter of green hydrogen, while the government is convinced the sector could drive industrial investment, employment, and also lower-carbon economic growth. The partnership between Envision and Sasol could offer a useful template for future large-scale hydrogen initiatives in the country.

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The refinery, which has a capacity of 230,000 barrels per day and is owned by Essar Energy Transition Fuels, is designed to be a low-carbon energy transition hub, with hydrogen production at its center.

Much of the work is still to be done. Essar’s plan for low-carbon energy hub built around hydrogen also envisages grouping the process units of the plant into a single unified line, a move aimed at increasing the production of premium fuels and enabling the plant to process a wider variety of crude oils.

Essar is also planning to expand its fuel retailing network. The refinery is additionally making progress in the direction of cleaner production, as shown by the adaptation of a furnace at the site for hydrogen use.

The strategy is part of a wider reality – oil refining in Europe will be subject to more stringent environmental laws and a gradual decrease in demand for conventional transport fuels. Essar’s leadership is banking on hydrogen and other low-carbon businesses to add new sources of income and cushion the refinery from those pressures.

Why It Is Relevant

The physical groundwork is starting to fall into place.

Notably, Stanlow will not be transformed into a clean energy park overnight.

The size of Stanlow speaks to its significance. It is a 230,000 barrels per day UK site and continues to be at the heart of Essar’s drive to modernize its refining business. The company is seeking to develop new lines of business in addition to its traditional output against an industry setting of rising emissions costs along with waning expectations for fuel demand.

And there’s a commercial aspect as well. Instead of just relying on petrol and diesel, Essar intends to make hydrogen a sellable product and grow its retail fuel network. The June 2026 deal with the trading unit of International Resources Holding, which is Abu Dhabi-based, is part of that plan, locking in crude and providing channels to sell the products Stanlow makes.

Background

It is worth noting that the project also has wider significance, given Stanlow’s function as a fuel supplier to the UK. The refinery has a production capacity of 230,000 barrels a day, so it is able to process substantial quantities of crude. The approach Essar is taking is to retain that capacity and add new low-carbon operations.

The staged investment programme is designed to retain cash flow from current fuel sales, which can help to fund the hydrogen and other transitional businesses in time. In that way, the transition strategy is more about gradually adding new sources of revenue to a refinery that has to continue to run profitably during an extended industry shift, rather than a sudden switch.

Thus the site is caught between two competing pressures—the requirement to continue to provide fuels that are still in demand and the necessity of preparing for a future when demand is weaker. Essar’s plan is designed to tackle both, utilizing the income from conventional refining to subsidize a slow transition to hydrogen along with other low-carbon sources of revenue.

The Investment Scenario

Essar’s parent company is focusing its diversification plan on hydrogen and other low-carbon activities as refiners face tougher emissions rules and decreasing long-term demand for the traditional road fuels. The commercial rationale is to reduce the refinery’s reliance on petrol and diesel but still capture value out of the current crude processing capacity. The speed of Stanlow’s transition hub might depend on Essar taking a final investment decision on projects worth over £1bn. The £1bn instalment would be in addition to the £100m previously spent on increasing processing capacity by approximately 8%.

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