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Have we really found the first samples from beyond the Solar System? The evidence is not convincing

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

He has even hypothesised that the spherules are actually debris from an alien spacecraft.

Key Points: 
  • He has even hypothesised that the spherules are actually debris from an alien spacecraft.
  • I commented at the time that I’d need firm analytical evidence to accept such interpretations.
  • Loeb has now provided a very detailed set of analytical data of 57 spherules in an article submitted to a journal.
  • But it has not yet been subject to the peer review that academics require before they accept research as legitimate.
  • Such particles are referred to as “cosmic spherules” and normally come from asteroids within our Solar System.

Other explanations

    • This is unlikely – iron meteorites from within the Solar System are the most affected by melting and this would explain the results.
    • Other possibilities that Loeb considers are supernovas (infinitely hot exploding stars) and cool, luminous stars (known as “asymptotic giant branch” stars, where cool is still incredibly hot).
    • A supernova results from the catastrophic implosion of a stellar source, producing bursts of neutrons to form new elements.
    • The isotopic composition of those elements has been measured in many grains found in meteorites.
    • But they differ from the spherules described by Loeb because they are very small – only a few microns at most.

JERA Americas and Uniper Announce Heads of Agreement Signing for Low Carbon Hydrogen/Ammonia Supply

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

JERA Americas & Uniper announced today a non-binding Heads of Agreement, together with ConocoPhillips, for an ammonia sale to Uniper and that moves their cooperation on development of a low-carbon ammonia production facility along the US Gulf Coast to the next phase.

Key Points: 
  • JERA Americas & Uniper announced today a non-binding Heads of Agreement, together with ConocoPhillips, for an ammonia sale to Uniper and that moves their cooperation on development of a low-carbon ammonia production facility along the US Gulf Coast to the next phase.
  • The project would have an initial production capacity of 2 MTPA of low-carbon ammonia with potential for expansion in the future.
  • Steven O’Rourke, Chief Executive Officer of JERA Americas said, “We are very pleased to announce this contracting progress with Uniper SE as a core customer for our low carbon hydrogen/ammonia project.
  • The rapid development of global-scale, low carbon hydrogen/ammonia production is critical to the timely realization of our collective global energy transition initiatives.

Air Products to Showcase Clean Hydrogen and Energy Transition Solutions, Liquefied Natural Gas, Membrane Solutions and Turbomachinery at the Gastech Exhibition and Conference in Singapore

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products' (NYSE:APD) Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Samir J. Serhan, will take part in a global business leadership panel titled "The Emergence of Hydrogen Supply and Demand Centers Across Asia and Beyond: How are Hubs Driving Global Hydrogen Trade" at Gastech 2023, which is from September 5-8 at the Singapore Expo in Tampines, Singapore.

Key Points: 
  • That is why Air Products will commit at least $15 billion of investment in clean hydrogen projects by 2027 to accelerate the energy transition.
  • Air Products' Wilbur Mok , President, Asia, will take part in a strategic leadership panel titled "Structure and Scale: Accelerating Global Hydrogen Demand Growth."
  • Membrane Solutions : Air Products Membrane Solutions specializes in the development of hollow fiber membrane separators and systems for onsite gas generation.
  • Turbomachinery : Specialists from Rotoflow, an Air Products' business, will also be at Air Products' booth to discuss turbomachinery needs.

Global Zeolite Molecular Sieves Market Set for Significant Expansion by 2028, Driven by Cleaner Fuel Trends

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

The global zeolite molecular sieves market is poised for substantial expansion during the forecast period of 2028, driven by the increasing inclination towards cleaner fuels.

Key Points: 
  • The global zeolite molecular sieves market is poised for substantial expansion during the forecast period of 2028, driven by the increasing inclination towards cleaner fuels.
  • The rapid growth of the global zeolite molecular sieves market is attributed to the rising demand for advanced materials with diverse applications such as catalysis, separation, and adsorption.
  • Zeolite molecular sieves find extensive use in the petrochemical industry, contributing to the production of high-quality fuels and chemicals.
  • Market players are actively investing in research and development to enhance the performance of zeolite molecular sieves across various applications.

Airgas Donates Nearly $2.0M of PPE to Emergency Preparedness Organizations

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, has donated PPE items that were obtained for the COVID-19 pandemic to local emergency preparedness and disaster response organizations throughout the United States.

Key Points: 
  • Airgas, an Air Liquide company, has donated PPE items that were obtained for the COVID-19 pandemic to local emergency preparedness and disaster response organizations throughout the United States.
  • These donations include face coverings, disposable gloves, and protective covers that can be used in local emergency or disaster recovery efforts.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230828187405/en/
    Airgas coordinated with FEMA’s National Response Coordination Center who identified and connected Airgas with local aid organizations in their network.
  • With nearly 18,000 associates, over 1,400 locations, a robust eBusiness platform, and Airgas Total Access® telesales channel, Airgas is ready to help customers fill their potential, every day.

Lind & Lime Gin Begins Sales in the United States

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lind & Lime Gin is pleased to announce the U.S. launch of their benchmark London Dry Gin produced in Edinburgh.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Lind & Lime Gin is pleased to announce the U.S. launch of their benchmark London Dry Gin produced in Edinburgh.
  • The market growth has been in the works for more than a year and Lind & Lime Gin looks forward to continuing to expand throughout the United States.
  • Paddy Fletcher, Co-Founder of Lind & Lime said:
    "By expanding into United States markets, we can use our holistic and sustainable approach to uniquely position our award-winning gin.
  • Lind & Lime Gin is available now in multiple Unites States markets, ranging from coast to coast, as well as in various international markets.

IDTechEx Discusses What Role Will Membranes Play in Carbon Capture

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

IDTechEx provides critical, independent analysis on both the fields of CCUS and gas separation membranes.

Key Points: 
  • IDTechEx provides critical, independent analysis on both the fields of CCUS and gas separation membranes.
  • In their reports, " Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Markets 2023-2043 " and " Gas Separation Membranes 2023-2033 " technology roadmaps, benchmarking studies, market forecasts, and interview-based player profiles are provided.
  • Some players are looking to deploy existing membranes for post combustion carbon capture, but most have accepted that this is unfeasible.
  • For more information on these developments and other key progressions in the industry, see the IDTechEx market report, " Gas Separation Membranes 2023-2033 ".

IDTechEx Discusses What Role Will Membranes Play in Carbon Capture

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

IDTechEx provides critical, independent analysis on both the fields of CCUS and gas separation membranes.

Key Points: 
  • IDTechEx provides critical, independent analysis on both the fields of CCUS and gas separation membranes.
  • In their reports, " Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Markets 2023-2043 " and " Gas Separation Membranes 2023-2033 " technology roadmaps, benchmarking studies, market forecasts, and interview-based player profiles are provided.
  • Some players are looking to deploy existing membranes for post combustion carbon capture, but most have accepted that this is unfeasible.
  • For more information on these developments and other key progressions in the industry, see the IDTechEx market report, " Gas Separation Membranes 2023-2033 ".

Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Begins Demonstration Testing to Support the Market Launch of the MAmmoSS Ammonia Handling System for Ships

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Monday, August 21, 2023

- Testing begun to support the market launch of MAmmoSS, a system package comprising an ammonia fuel supply system and peripheral equipment.

Key Points: 
  • - Testing begun to support the market launch of MAmmoSS, a system package comprising an ammonia fuel supply system and peripheral equipment.
  • TOKYO, Aug 21, 2023 - (JCN Newswire) - Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co., Ltd., a part of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group, is currently developing the Mitsubishi Ammonia Supply and Safety System (MAmmoSS), an ammonia handling system to support the utilization of ammonia as marine fuel, which is attracting attention as a means of significantly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from ships.
  • As part of this development project, Mitsubishi Shipbuilding has begun demonstration testing of the Ammonia Gas Abatement System (AGAS), a subsystem of MAmmoSS to safely treat surplus ammonia.
  • MammoSS comprises several subsystems in addition to AGAS, including a high-pressure/low-pressure ammonia fuel supply system (AFSS) and an ammonia fuel tank system.

Bridging the Gap: Storage & Distribution in the Hydrogen Value Chain, IDTechEx Report

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".

Key Points: 
  • For a more in-depth exploration of each technology and associated commercial activities, please refer to IDTechEx's new market report, " Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications ".
  • Safety risks with compressed gas storage and boil-off issues with liquid H2 storage lead to hydrogen loss, further exacerbating the challenges.
  • Compressed gas and liquid hydrogen storage tanks will likely continue to serve stationary storage applications, such as hydrogen refueling stations.
  • The new "Hydrogen Economy 2023-2033: Production, Storage, Distribution & Applications" report offers an exhaustive overview of the value chain, including technological analyses, comparisons, commercial activities, innovations, and market trends.