Baytown's Low-Carbon Hydrogen Boost
Key Ideas
  • ExxonMobil in Baytown, Texas, partners with Air Liquide to establish a low-carbon industrial gas platform site to support low-carbon hydrogen operations.
  • Air Liquide's investment of up to $850 million will introduce Large Modular Air separation units to produce oxygen, nitrogen, and other gases for ExxonMobil.
  • The project is part of Air Liquide's strategic plan to contribute to decarbonization and a low-carbon future through first-mover projects.
  • The partnership aims to develop the world's largest low-carbon platform, showcasing innovation and commitment to sustainability in the industrial sector.
ExxonMobil has revealed plans to collaborate with Air Liquide to establish a low-carbon industrial gas platform site in Baytown, Texas. This move aims to cater to the oxygen needs essential for ExxonMobil's low-carbon hydrogen operations. Air Liquide's investment, amounting to a substantial $850 million, will facilitate the introduction of four Large Modular Air separation units at the 3,400-acre ExxonMobil site near Houston. These units are set to produce significant quantities of oxygen and nitrogen daily, alongside other gases like argon, krypton, and xenon, which will also be offered to Air Liquide customers. François Jackow, the CEO of Air Liquide, expressed pride in their Baytown Low Carbon platform project, highlighting the company's ability to innovate and contribute to industry decarbonization. This strategic investment aligns with Air Liquide's ADVANCE plan, emphasizing their commitment to spearheading projects that promote a low-carbon future. The collaboration between Air Liquide and ExxonMobil not only aims to establish the world's largest low-carbon platform but also underscores a shared vision for sustainability and environmental responsibility in the industrial domain.
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