SPE In Focus: Hydrogen
Emerging knowledge and resources on prevailing energy topics from SPE industry experts
SPE is firmly focused on the future of our industry. Here, our member experts focus on hydrogen and its role in energy transition, including blue hydrogen and the goals of net zero. Join in the discussion of new technologies, challenges and opportunities, the latest news and developments, and resources to grow your knowledge.
Current Hydrogen News: Journal of Petroleum Technology
Report Sees GCC Countries Expanding Energy Exports While Easing Emissions
13 February 2026
A DNV report on decarbonization says the Middle East and North Africa region is expected to become the world’s largest hydrogen exporter by 2060 while maintaining a dominant position in global oil and gas markets.
Study Explores Wellbore-Integrity Challenges in the Era of Energy Transition
01 January 2026
This study identifies critical knowledge gaps in wellbore integrity and underscores areas that require further investigation, providing insights into how wellbores must evolve to meet the technical demands of the energy transition.
KTH Scientists Develop Catalyst for Faster Hydrogen Production
21 December 2025
KTH researchers unveil a nickel/iron catalyst that speeds up water splitting, boosting efficient, sustainable hydrogen production.
What’s Next for Oil and Gas Production and Facilities?
16 October 2025
SPE Technical Director Hamad Al-Marri shares his outlook of the oil and gas production facilities landscape as it stands on the cusp of a significant transformation. The demand for oil and gas will continue to exist, but the industry will need to adapt to a new reality.
Hydrogen Supply Chain Deal Plans To Link Australia and Japan
07 October 2025
Australia’s H2Perth blue and green hybrid hydrogen project is expected to benefit from carbon credits from the offshore Bonaparte carbon storage facility where Inpex and TotalEnergies are drilling appraisal wells together with Woodside.
IEA Lowers Predictions for Production of Low-Emissions Hydrogen
15 September 2025
The International Energy Agency cited a wave of cancellations and persistent challenges for dropping its projection for annual production of low-emissions hydrogen by 2030 from 49 mtpa to 37 mtpa.
SPE Resources
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Gas-Gas Separation for Blue Hydrogen Production: reviews the gas-gas separation technologies required in the production, distribution and use of blue hydrogen.
Status of H2 & CCS Activities and Technologies in Norway: an overview of the country’s ambitions, competences, technologies, and projects within Hydrogen and CCUS.
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