A Japanese company which helped build a pilot hydrogen plant near Taupo is investing on a second energy project at Ports of Auckland. Obayashi Corporation and iwi-based Tuaropaki Trust are preparing to open what's described as the country's first megawatt-class green hydrogen facility near Taupo. * NZ to collaborate with Singapore on hydrogen export potential* Green hydrogen projects: Plenty of chat but limited cashIt could also eventually roll out hydrogen at its inland hubs for long-haul trucks, when and if hydrogen versions become more readily available. New Zealand has memoranda of understanding with Japan and Singapore to develop hydrogen technology, which could result in green hydrogen exports from New Zealand. Obayashi’s 1.5MW hydrogen facility with Tuaporaki Trust was reportedly completed in March and will support the two parties’ research and development.

Source: Stuff August 03, 2021 23:36 UTC