BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a sweeping move to modernize its energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, the European Union approved 100 cross-border hydrogen and electrolyzer initiatives, laying the groundwork for one of the continent’s most ambitious green energy overhauls. These projects are now part of a broader group of 235 energy infrastructure developments granted official status as Projects of Common Interest (PCI) and Projects of Mutual Interest (PMI), enabling them to access streamlined permitting processes and substantial EU funding. The initiatives are backed by the updated TEN-E Regulation, a framework designed to improve Europe’s energy networks and bolster both climate and energy security goals. Hydrogen takes center stage in clean energy strategy Hydrogen is increasingly viewed as a cornerstone in the EU’s long-term plan to decarbonize the energy system and boost industrial resilience. The newly endorsed hydrogen and electrolyzer projects span multiple countries and will be eligible to apply for funding through the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF), a major financing instrument that has already delivered billions in support to energy infrastructure. “These cross-projects will strengthen energy connectivity across the continent, bringing nearer the completion of the Energy Union,” the European Commission stated, underscoring the geopolitical and environmental significance of the package. The projects are part of a €1.5 trillion (about USD $1.6 trillion) energy infrastructure pipeline expected to unfold between 2024 and 2040, with hydrogen playing a central role alongside electricity and carbon capture networks. Fast-tracked support and future integration What sets these hydrogen projects apart isn’t just their scale, but the political and technical momentum behind them. Backed by the Energy Union Task Force and regional collaboration groups, the rollout of these initiatives is also designed to sync with upcoming EU-wide plans like the European Grids Package and the Energy Highways initiative. Both are focused on tackling longstanding infrastructure bottlenecks and unlocking cross-border energy integration. The approval also comes with institutional support. Projects with PCI or PMI designation benefit from priority permitting and can tap into higher-level political coordination, helping overcome administrative hurdles that typically delay major energy builds. What happens next Before any ground is broken, the newly announced list of projects will undergo a two-month review period by the European Parliament and Council. Once cleared, the Commission plans to move swiftly, working with national governments and project developers to begin implementation. This latest announcement marks the second PCI/PMI list adopted since the 2022 reform of the TEN-E Regulation, a shift that places emphasis on clean and digital infrastructure over fossil-based energy systems. Since 2014, the CEF-Energy programme has provided €8 billion (about USD $8.6 billion) in funding for energy interconnection projects. The Commission has also proposed a significant budget increase for the 2028-2034 cycle, aiming to raise the CEF allocation to €29.91 billion (about USD $32.3 billion). This would be a fivefold expansion that reflects the urgency of Europe’s climate goals. As the hydrogen economy gains traction, this wave of projects positions the EU to lead globally in clean energy infrastructure, while creating a more integrated and resilient continental energy grid.The post EU greenlights 100 hydrogen projects in major energy transformation plan first appeared on The Optimist Daily: Making Solutions the News.

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(Continued from Part 1. This concludes the article.) Some Additional Notes Here are some additional notes on the circuit design and practical use of the Franzi one-tube radio kit: First, it’s noticeable that this is a hybrid radio. It uses a 6J1 valve (tube), equivalent to the EF95 (also known as 6AK5), as a regenerative detector, followed by a transistor (T2) acting as a preamplifier, and then a power amplifier (the well-known LM386) to provide enough audio power to the speaker, It doesn’t include a headphone output, which is a downside, however a simple modification and a high impedance earphone … The post Building a Simple One-Tube Radio Kit – Part 2, by Mike in Alaska appeared first on SurvivalBlog.com.

On December 11, 1282 Llywelyn ab Gruffydd, the last native and independent Prince of Wales, was killed at the Battle of Orewin Bridge at Cilmeri, near Builth Wells, south Wales by forces of Edward I of England. Llywelyn reigned from 1259 and is known as Llywelyn the Last. — December 11,1602: A surprise attack by forces of the Duke of Savoy and his brother-in-law, Philip III of Spain was repelled by push of pike and gunfire from the citizens of Geneva, Switzerland. It has been commemorated since as the Fête de l’Escalade. — And on December 11, 1946, Hank Williams … The post Preparedness Notes for Thursday — December 11, 2025 appeared first on SurvivalBlog.com.

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