Netherlands and Curaçao Cooperate on Green Hydrogen Production Advancement
Key Ideas
  • Netherlands and Curaçao are collaborating to harness wind energy and produce green hydrogen for a sustainable energy-based economy, aiming for local use and export.
  • A framework agreement signed by both countries outlines administrative collaboration, studies, and joint financing of about 10 million euros for green hydrogen projects.
  • Concrete plans include setting up a demo phase using offshore wind for green hydrogen production, involving stakeholders to explore scalability and competitiveness at an international level.
  • The collaboration involves state-owned companies in Curaçao and major industry associations in the Netherlands, aiming to leverage Curaçao's hydrogen production potential for European industrial sectors.
The Netherlands and Curaçao have embarked on a collaborative effort to explore the vast potential of wind energy and green hydrogen production in Curaçao for transitioning to a sustainable energy economy. Studies by TNO and Fugro have indicated substantial potential for large-scale green hydrogen export from the island. Through a framework agreement, both countries have committed to administrative collaboration, studies, and joint financing of approximately 10 million euros for advancing green hydrogen projects. The initiative includes plans for a demo phase utilizing offshore wind to produce green hydrogen, focusing on scalability and competitiveness on an international level. Key stakeholders in Curaçao and the Netherlands are involved in this initiative to optimize expertise and insights for local benefits and global competitiveness. The collaboration also aims to explore the strategic advantages Curaçao can gain from the hydrogen value chain and initiate communication with stakeholders for local energy applications. This partnership paves the way for leveraging Curaçao's hydrogen production potential to meet the increasing demand for green hydrogen in Europe's industrial and transport sectors, fostering a valuable win-win situation within the kingdom. Several studies are scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024 to further progress these green energy initiatives.
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