Germany and Ireland Partner for Green Hydrogen: Project HYreland Promotes International Cooperation
Key Ideas
- ESB and partners to investigate green hydrogen production in Ireland and potential export routes to Germany under HYreland project.
- German and Irish governments collaborate on a study with industry partners to assess green hydrogen production at specific power stations.
- Ireland aiming for 5GW of offshore energy by 2030, targeting 2GW of offshore wind for green hydrogen production, while Germany aims for 10GW hydrogen capacity.
- Optimistic outlook for Ireland to produce cost-effective hydrogen by 2030, with Germany facing challenges in meeting hydrogen capacity targets by 2030.
Germany and Ireland have embarked on a new partnership, HYreland, to investigate green hydrogen production and potential export routes from Ireland to Germany. The study, outlined in a Joint Declaration of Intent, involves collaboration between ESB, German Government, and Irish Department of the Environment. Specific power stations like Moneypoint and Aghada will be assessed, with results expected by the end of 2025. Ireland targets 5GW of offshore energy by 2030, including 2GW for green hydrogen, while Germany aims for 10GW hydrogen capacity. Analysts predict Ireland could produce cost-effective hydrogen by 2030. Challenges remain for Germany to meet its hydrogen capacity targets by 2030, as highlighted at the Hydrogen Technology Expo in Hamburg. The partnership signifies a positive step towards international energy cooperation and renewable energy production.
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Energy Cooperation
Hydrogen Production
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