Italy Launches Green Hydrogen Trial for Steel Production in Northern Italy
Key Ideas
- Snam, Tenova, and Tenaris are conducting a 6-month trial in northern Italy to test green hydrogen for steel production, supported by European energy ministries.
- Saipem and RINA in Italy are developing protocols and certification processes for subsea pipelines transporting hydrogen, showing promising results.
- The European Commission fast-tracks the SoutH2 project, along with other initiatives, for permits and EU funding, aiming to decarbonize industrial sectors.
- A study reveals Germany's potential to cover a significant portion of its energy needs by importing green hydrogen via existing natural gas infrastructure.
In a collaborative effort in Italy, Snam, Tenova, and Tenaris have initiated a 6-month trial to explore the use of green hydrogen in fueling a reheating furnace for hot rolling steel pipes at the Tenaris Dalmine plant in northern Italy. Supported by energy ministries of Italy, Germany, and Austria, the project aims to advance the European Union's strategy to import hydrogen supplies for industrial decarbonization. The on-site production of green hydrogen is a pivotal aspect, with Snam providing the electrolysis system and Tenova designing a hydrogen-powered burner to establish safety guidelines. In parallel, Saipem and RINA in Italy are developing protocols for subsea pipelines transporting hydrogen, with promising results and plans for further testing. The European Commission has expedited the SoutH2 project, among others, for permitting and funding access to accelerate the transition to green hydrogen. Additionally, a study indicates Germany's potential to import green hydrogen through existing natural gas infrastructure, with promising supply corridors identified from various European countries in the long term.
Topics
Certification
Energy Transition
Green Technology
Pipeline Infrastructure
Steel Production
European Union
Energy Imports
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