AGL Energy has struck a deal with hydrogen-leaders Fortescue Future Industries, to transform its Hunter Valley coal fired power station into a major hydrogen and industrial hub. The Liddell coal generator at the project is set to close in early 2023, and will then be replaced with wind, pumped hydro, solar thermal storage, and grid scale batteries, according to initial plans. Pending feasibility studies, the project is expected to include 250 MW of renewable power capacity, as well as 30,000 tons of annual hydrogen production. German chemical company BASF will sell a 25.2% stake in the 1,500 MW Hollandse Kust Zuid offshore wind farm off the Netherlands to Allianz Capital Partners, for an undisclosed price. BASF initially bought a 49.5%…