REN Receives Certification for Hydrogen-Natural Gas Blends Infrastructure in Portugal
Key Ideas
- REN's infrastructure has been certified for the transport, distribution, and storage of hydrogen-natural gas blends in alignment with Portuguese decarbonisation goals.
- The certification validates REN's technical capability to handle blends of up to 10% in the National Gas Transmission Network and Carriço Underground Storage and up to 20% in the National Gas Distribution Network.
- The company's strategy for renewable gases includes adapting current infrastructure and developing 100% hydrogen infrastructure to meet market demands, supporting sustainability and the energy transition.
- REN's new Strategic Plan for 2024-2027 emphasizes sustainability, increased ESG targets, and a continued focus on energy transition while ensuring supply security and quality standards.
REN - Redes Energéticas Nacionais has recently obtained certification for its infrastructure to transport, distribute, and store hydrogen-natural gas blends, adhering to Portugal's decarbonisation objectives. The certification process, conducted by Bureau Veritas, confirms REN's readiness to handle blends of up to 10% in the National Gas Transmission Network and Carriço Underground Storage, and up to 20% in the National Gas Distribution Network. By achieving this certification, REN complies with relevant regulations and contributes to the decarbonisation of gas infrastructures in line with EU policies. The company's approach to renewable gases focuses on modifying existing infrastructure and establishing dedicated hydrogen infrastructure to address market requirements. In its latest Strategic Plan, REN reinforces its commitment to sustainability, aiming to elevate ESG targets, support the energy transition, and ensure supply security and quality standards.