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Scotland Tests World's First Combined Tidal Energy and Hydrogen Production System
Edinburgh, Sunday, 14 December 2025.
Scotland successfully demonstrated a revolutionary energy system that integrates tidal turbines, battery storage, and hydrogen production into one offshore platform. This breakthrough technology delivers continuous clean energy regardless of weather conditions, addressing key renewable energy challenges through predictable tidal power.
Netherlands Innovation Policy Missing Circular Economy Focus, Expert Says
Netherlands, Sunday, 14 December 2025.
Guido Braam from Route Circulair criticizes the Netherlands’ Wennink report for overlooking circular economy principles as drivers of economic growth. Braam argues the December 2024 report on future prosperity missed a strategic opportunity by not treating material productivity as core to innovation policy. He proposes measuring success through reduced raw material usage per euro of added value, rather than just R&D spending, positioning circularity as economic security rather than environmental concern.
Dutch Businesses Request Three Times More Green Energy Subsidies Than Available Budget
Netherlands, Saturday, 13 December 2025.
Dutch entrepreneurs applied for nearly €22 billion in green energy subsidies through the SDE++ scheme in 2025, almost triple the €8 billion available budget. The overwhelming demand highlights accelerating climate transition efforts, with hydrogen and green gas production facilities generating particular interest among businesses seeking to reduce emissions and energy consumption.
Dutch Company XINTC Partners with University to Make Green Hydrogen Production Safer
Delft, Friday, 12 December 2025.
XINTC, a Dutch high-tech company, has teamed up with TU Delft to develop digital twin technology that will revolutionize green hydrogen safety and efficiency. This groundbreaking collaboration focuses on creating advanced real-time monitoring systems for electrolysis processes, reducing operational risks while optimizing performance. What makes this partnership particularly significant is XINTC’s unique approach: their modular electrolysis systems operate without rare metals, making them more durable and cost-effective than conventional alternatives. The technology can connect directly to renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, solving a major challenge in the industry. After 12 years of development, XINTC expects their first commercial sales agreements in early 2026.