China's Hydrogen Energy News Highlights National Development Plans and Collaborations China's hydrogen fuel cell industry is experiencing remarkable growth with a focus on regulations, policies, and highlights that are shaping the future of green energy in the country. From ambitious plans like Zhengzhou's deployment of 110 hydrogen refueling stations to enterprises like Shijiazhuang Public Transportation Group purchasing hydrogen energy buses, China is making significant progress in the hydrogen fuel cell landscape. In this overview, we delve into the recent advancements and trends across various sectors that are driving the nation towards a more sustainable energy future.

Regulations, Policies, Highlights

Zhengzhou plans 110 hydrogen refueling stations Zhengzhou City recently announced a special plan (2022-2025) for the layout of hydrogen refueling stations for fuel cell vehicles, planning to deploy 110 stations including 64 joint stations, 27 affiliated stations, and 19 single stations. Li Qiang presided over the executive meeting of the State Council to review and approve the opinions on accelerating the development of advanced manufacturing clusters, etc. Premier Li Qiang of the State Council presided over an executive meeting of the State Council on May 5, deliberated and approved the opinions on accelerating the development of advanced manufacturing clusters; deployed and accelerated the construction of charging infrastructure to better support new energy vehicles going to the countryside and rural revitalization. "Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Industrial Field Carbon Peak Implementation Plan" released On May 4, the Department of Industry and Information Technology of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region announced the "Implementation Plan for Carbon Peak in the Industrial Sector of the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region". Accelerate the large-scale application of new energy storage, and promote the development of the entire chain of hydrogen energy "production, storage, transportation and use".

Enterprise News

Haima and Toyota Unveil Groundbreaking Hydrogen-Powered Passenger Car Prototype

On May 4, Haima Automobile announced the successful completion of their engineering design and production of the pioneering hydrogen energy passenger car 7X-H, in collaboration with Toyota. The vehicle is set to begin small-scale demonstration operations in Q4 2023. This marks Toyota's first hydrogen fuel cell passenger car partnership in China and its first-ever hydrogen fuel cell system supply to a domestic passenger car manufacturer. Revolutionary Hydrogen Energy Two-Wheeler Makes Grand Entrance

On May 5, "Permanent Mobility" brand operator Shanghai Mandian Future Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. revealed its cutting-edge hydrogen energy two-wheeler, showcasing its foray into hydrogen energy applications. The innovative vehicle boasts the world's leading solid-state hydrogen storage technology, with an impressive cruising range of over 100 kilometers. Baowu Qingneng and Energy China Shanxi Institute Forge Alliance for Hydrogen Energy Collaboration Baowu Clean Energy Co., Ltd. recently signed a cooperation framework contract with China Energy Construction Group Shanxi Electric Power Survey and Design Institute Co., Ltd. This agreement signifies comprehensive collaboration in new energy fields such as wind power, photovoltaics, and hydrogen energy, with both parties investing in new energy business projects to establish a long-term strategic partnership and foster mutual growth. Shaanxi Unveils First 1000Nm3/h High-Activity Electrode Electrolyzer in Yulin

On May 4, Shaanxi Province launched its first 1000Nm3/h high-activity electrode electrolyzer in Yulin. Utilizing the high-activity and high-stability nickel-based alloy hydrogen evolution electrode developed by Shaanxi Huaqin New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., this advanced electrolyzer can increase hydrogen production per unit time by roughly 10%, promoting the growth of the hydrogen energy industry and high-end equipment manufacturing in Yulin City and the province. Taiyuan Iron and Steel Co. Dominates Domestic Market with 100% Share in Special Stainless Steel for Liquid Hydrogen Taiyuan Iron and Steel Co. recently completed the delivery of special stainless steel for liquid hydrogen for a key domestic hydrogen energy project. With a total supply of 900 tons, the company has formed partnerships with industry leaders and key enterprises, claiming a 100% domestic market share. Weishi Energy and Great Wall Motors Collaborate to Bolster Hydrogen-Powered Transportation in Brazil Great Wall Brazil and the Sao Paulo state government have signed a "Memorandum of Understanding on Hydrogen Energy Cooperation and Development," working together to advance the feasibility study of hydrogen-powered transportation. Haizhuo Technology Signs Framework Agreement with Russian Clients Haizhuo Technology recently signed a framework agreement with Russian clients to provide fuel cell technology, products, and application solutions. Both parties will cooperate in developing the Russian and global markets and have signed the first batch of 200kW fuel cell system orders, marking the beginning of their clean transportation partnership. Hanrui Hydrogen and Nanhai District Collaborate on Liquid Organic Hydrogen Storage and Hydrogen Supply Demonstration Project On April 27, Hanrui Hydrogen Energy and Danzao Town Land Resources Development Company in Nanhai District, Foshan City, formally signed a land contract for the liquid organic hydrogen storage and hydrogen supply demonstration project. As part of Hanrui Hydrogen's liquid organic hydrogen storage material industrialization project, the demonstration project aims to construct an integrated liquid organic hydrogen storage and dehydrogenation demonstration station. Shijiazhuang Public Transportation Group to purchase 10 hydrogen energy buses Shijiazhuang Public Transportation Group Co., Ltd. recently announced a bidding announcement for the 2023 hydrogen energy bus procurement project, planning to purchase 10 hydrogen energy buses. Ningxia Green Hydrogen Coupling BDO Project starts with a total investment of 16.7 billion Ningxia Guanneng New Material Engineering Project's gasification unit, undertaken by Shanxi Branch of Shisan Chemical Construction Co., Ltd., recently started successfully. The project will play a demonstration role in cross-border transformation and upgrading of traditional industries in the region. CIMC Enric wins bid for Hong Kong's first hydrogen refueling station project CIMC Hydrogen Energy will supply and install Hong Kong's first hydrogen refueling station for Citybus, expected to be operational alongside hydrogen energy buses within this year. Weishi Energy and Kaiwo deliver 50 hydrogen heavy trucks to Jinxi Group Weishi Energy United Avenue (Tangshan) and Kaiwo New Energy Group recently held a delivery ceremony for their "Hydrogen Energy Heavy Truck Demonstration Operation Project," delivering 50 hydrogen heavy trucks to Jinxi Group. Risun Group's Hohhot Park hydrogen production project's No. 6 coke oven starts operation Risun Group's Hohhot Park's No. 6 coke oven of the Coking and Hydrogen Production Comprehensive Utilization Project recently started operation, marking the completion of the coking plant with an annual output of 3 million tons. Dongfang Hydrogen Energy Youth League Branch wins national honorary title Dongfang Electric (Chengdu) Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Co., Ltd.'s Youth League Branch received the National May 4th Red Flag Youth League Branch honorary title. Hangyang Group and Gansu Nenghua Group to cooperate on hydrogen energy and other fields Hangyang Group Co., Ltd. and Gansu Energy Chemical Investment Group Co., Ltd. signed a strategic cooperation agreement for in-depth cooperation in air separation equipment, low-temperature petrochemical equipment, gas supply, and hydrogen energy.

Industry trends

World's first high-power pure off-grid green electricity hydrogen production system successfully tested GreenPower and a well-known foreign company successfully tested the world's first high-power pure off-grid green electricity hydrogen production system, laying a foundation for future pure off-grid green electricity hydrogen production. Taiwan's first hydrogen energy bus launches, aiming for mass production next year Taiwan recently unveiled its first hydrogen energy bus, with the industry aiming for mass production next year. Industry operators call on Taiwan authorities to optimize infrastructure and propose relevant subsidy measures for hydrogen energy vehicle development. The total investment is 17.4 billion yuan! Kangbao hydrogen production sub-project is expected to be completed before the end of the year A few days ago, Kangbao Zhangjiakou Wind Power Photovoltaic Power Generation Comprehensive Utilization (Hydrogen Production) Demonstration Project is speeding up to "born in the sun". The total investment of the project is 17.4 billion yuan, including 6 photovoltaic sub-projects with a total installed capacity of 1.2 million kilowatts, 7 wind electronics projects with a total installed capacity of 1.5 million kilowatts, and a green power hydrogen production sub-project. It is expected to realize grid-connected power generation before the end of June; the hydrogen production sub-project is expected to be completed before the end of the year. The first domestic hydrogen liquefaction system using domestic continuous heat exchangers was successfully commissioned Recently, the first domestically produced hydrogen liquefaction system using continuous ortho-parahydrogen conversion heat exchangers developed by Aerospace Hydrogen Energy Technology Co., Ltd. has successfully started up at one time, stably producing liquid hydrogen, including control systems, catalysts, and continuous heat exchangers. And other core components are all domestically produced. This system is the third civil hydrogen liquefaction system that China Aerospace has successfully developed and started up since 2020. Beijing Daxing 10 hydrogen energy buses hit the road On May 5, 10 hydrogen fuel cell buses in Daxing District, Beijing were officially put on duty, and all of them were put into the Xing 40 fleet. Hydrogen refueling can last about 400 kilometers for more than 10 minutes. The average daily mileage of each bus on Xing 40 is about 220.5 kilometers. After 10 hydrogen fuel cell buses are put into use, the total mileage in one year will exceed 800,000 kilometers.

Fuel Cell and Hydrogen News Highlights from China: May 01-May 06, 2023