Haffner Energy Revolutionizes Renewable Hydrogen Production in France
Key Ideas
- Haffner Energy's Marolles Champagne facility is now equipped to produce 'mobility-grade' hydrogen at a rate of 15kg per hour, catering to green hydrogen needs.
- The French firm has entered the syngas production phase, aiming to meet demands for sustainable aviation fuels and methanol.
- Haffner Energy secured over €1m, with half a million euros coming from the France 2030 Regionalised program, to accelerate hydrogen production.
- Haffner Energy's CEO, Philippe Haffner, sees the facility as the first in the world for continuous hydrogen production from solid biomass, attracting global interest.
Haffner Energy is making significant strides in renewable hydrogen production at its Marolles Champagne facility in France. After a year of development, the facility is now equipped to produce 'mobility-grade' hydrogen at a rate of 15kg per hour, equivalent to 120 tonnes per year. It is designed to operate for 8,000 hours annually, aiming to drive hydrogen-powered vehicles for 12 million kilometers. The company has entered the syngas production phase, emphasizing the production of renewable gas to meet green hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuels, and methanol needs. Partnering with IðunnH2, Haffner Energy is set to develop a 300MW SAF plant, showcasing their Gasliner equipment that enhances renewable gas production. To accelerate their hydrogen production, Haffner Energy raised over €1m, with significant funding from the France 2030 Regionalised program. Philippe Haffner, the CEO, believes the facility is a pioneering unit globally for continuous hydrogen production from solid biomass, attracting interest from customers and partners worldwide. The advancements by Haffner Energy highlight a positive shift towards sustainable energy solutions and renewable fuel production in France.