Green Transition in Krakow: Hydrogen Plant Collaboration for Environmental Improvement
Key Ideas
- Linde Gaz Polska and ArcelorMittal Poland are collaborating to build a hydrogen production plant in Krakow, with an investment exceeding PLN 100 million.
- The Krakow smelter aims to use hydrogen by the end of 2026, eliminating ammonia in the process and enhancing the safety and environmental impact of the plants.
- ArcelorMittal Poland has been transitioning away from coal and coke, operating on natural gas, and now focusing on hydrogen to reduce their environmental footprint and improve product quality.
- The project signifies a commitment to sustainability, with over PLN 2.5 billion already invested in improving quality, expanding product range, and reducing environmental impact.
Linde Gaz Polska and ArcelorMittal Poland are joining forces to establish a hydrogen production plant in Krakow, Poland. This collaboration, with an investment exceeding PLN 100 million, is set to provide process gas to two galvanizing plants at the ArcelorMittal site in Krakow. The transition to hydrogen is part of ArcelorMittal Poland's environmental efforts, with a focus on reducing their carbon footprint and enhancing operational safety. The Krakow branch has already shifted from coal and coke to natural gas, with plans to integrate hydrogen by the end of 2026. By eliminating ammonia in the annealing plant and ensuring a reliable hydrogen supply for galvanizing, the project aims to enhance the overall environmental impact and safety of the plants. Wojciech Koszuta, CEO of ArcelorMittal Poland, emphasizes the company's commitment to decarbonization and environmental improvement, highlighting the significant investments made in quality, product range expansion, and environmental impact reduction over the years. Oleksandra Tuzhylina, CEO of Linde Gaz Polska, underscores their expertise in hydrogen technologies and the commitment to providing safe and reliable solutions for ArcelorMittal Poland's transition to hydrogen. This collaboration signifies a step towards sustainability, innovation, and environmental responsibility in the manufacturing sector.