Green hydrogen dominates North Africa’s 2030 targets, report finds

• The report indicates that the North African region is set to produce 3 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) of hydrogen by 2030, the majority of which will be green hydrogen. This projected capacity is distributed among four leading hydrogen-producing countries: Egypt (1.5 mtpa), Mauritania (1.2 mtpa), Morocco (0.4 mtpa), and Tunisia (0.32 mtpa).

• These targets are supported by several green hydrogen projects in the region. Egypt has announced 29 green hydrogen projects, driven by MoUs signed during COP27 in Sharm El Sheikh in 2022. Morocco, considered Africa’s gateway to Europe, has 15 projects, and Mauritania has 7. Emerging producers like Tunisia and Algeria have announced 13 and 3 projects respectively.

• Our take: It is time for North African countries to shift their focus from the number of green hydrogen projects to their progress.… Read more (2 min)

Egyptian and UK universities collaborate to train specialists

• With £25,000 in funding from the British Council’s Going Global Partnerships initiative, the project will see the partner universities develop a Hydrogen Training Hub that will facilitate workshops at BUE in Cairo, at Coventry’s University city centre campus, and online. 

• “This project aims to provide an opportunity for students, academics and industrial professionals to gain a greater awareness in emerging sustainable technologies aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Egypt Vision 2030,” said Professor Ayman Salah Abbas, the project lead and BUE’s Professor of Mechanical Engineering.

• Our take: Ultimately, Africa must begin prioritising the development of technical expertise within its own population.… Read more (2 min)

H2 Global to build new ammonia plant in Morocco

• With this first phase now complete, H2 Global Energy is moving forward with the next steps for the project, including securing financing and finalizing engineering designs. A company delegation has also met with Moroccan government officials to discuss investment opportunities, regulatory frameworks, and other necessary actions to ensure the successful operationalization of the project.

• “The establishment of the green hydrogen and ammonia plant is a significant step towards realizing Morocco's renewable energy ambitions. This facility will not only contribute to the country’s sustainable development goals but also create jobs and stimulate economic growth.,” H2 Global Energy’s Chief Commercial Officer, Waleed AlHallaj has said.

• Our take: The Moroccan government’s use of incentives to attract investors demonstrates its commitment to expanding its green hydrogen sector.… Read more (2 min)

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