31 October - 3 November 2022 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Connecting systems to achieve
net-zero objectives What do you think is the potential for hydrogen development in the Middle East? We can see that global energy transition is being led by countries in the region. Environmental, Social and Governance factors are priorities by not only for Government entities, but for private industries and companies as well. Considering its significant solar energy with very high GHI (Global Horizontal Irradiance), combined with wind resources, countries in the region are aiming at increasing the share of solar and wind power in their electricity generating capacity. While all countries are working towards their net-zero goals, green hydrogen is becoming an increasingly attractive option. There is a large number of green hydrogen/ammonia projects in progress in the region, and therefore, the region is well positioned to be a major supplier of green energy to the world. With long history and experience in the entire value chain from renewable power production to ammonia production and transportation, Yokogawa will continue to support these initiatives and supply solutions using emerging and future technologies for the development of a truly autonomous operation model.
By cooperating with partners across multiple industries, Yokogawa is aiming to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions and contribute to the achievement of a carbonneutral society.”
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What role is Yokogawa playing globally in hydrogen development, and are there any projects/initiatives you would like to highlight? We have good experience working on renewable and electrolysis projects globally. As for hydrogen, in preparation for the coming of a hydrogen society, we have set up a project team that is examining the entire industry to identify the value that our company can provide throughout the hydrogen supply chain, including the production and transportation of hydrogen. Yokogawa participates in the Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam (ETCA). In addition, we participate in the Clean Fuel Ammonia Association, the Kawasaki Carbon Neutral Complex Formation Promotion Council, and the Kawasaki Port Carbon Neutral Port Formation Promotion Council in Japan. How are you helping companies to achieve their decarbonisation objectives through carbon capture and carbon management solutions? By cooperating with partners across multiple industries, Yokogawa is aiming to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions and contribute to the achievement of a carbon-neutral society that is one of the company’s “Three goals” for sustainability. We have implemented our systems and services in CCUS projects in several regions. Regarding carbon neutrality, control, which is directly linked to operations, plays a major role, and the collaborative study project for the achievement of carbon neutrality at an industrial complex in the Goi district of Ichihara City in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, for example, is seen as a touchstone. We are currently conducting an inter-industry survey to achieve net-zero CO2 emissions from the entire complex in the district in 2050. In the future, it is important to create an SoS (System of Systems) that looks at the entire supply chain, including production, supply, and use, within that region. To handle this properly requires not only IT know-how
Image Credit: Yokogawa Middle East & Africa.
Albert Devadasan, EVP – Energy & Sustainability at Yokogawa Middle East & Africa, discusses the company’s hydrogen and decarbonisation initiatives, and how it is helping companies to build smart, sustainable and resilient industrial ecosystems.
Albert Devadasan, EVP – Energy & Sustainability at Yokogawa Middle East & Africa.
but also on-site knowledge of operational technology (OT). Yokogawa is well versed in the control of the process industry, and believes that our company can deliver value. How important is digital transformation for achieving efficiency and sustainability objectives? Our company's purpose states, "By utilising our ability to measure and connect, we fulfill our responsibilities for the future of our planet.” “Connect” means not only connecting valuable information, but also to build trust with customers in various industries, and to further resonate value by becoming a unifying point and connecting customers and industries.
