TotalEnergies and Air Liquide Collaborate for Renewable Hydrogen Production at La Mède Biorefinery
Key Ideas
- €150 million project to reduce annual CO2 emissions by 130,000 tons starting production in 2028.
- New 25,000-ton renewable hydrogen unit and Masshylia project aim to strengthen TotalEnergies' decarbonization efforts.
- Contribution to the goal of cutting 3 million tons of CO2 emissions by 2030 across European refineries.
- Enhanced competitive position and potential long-term value through carbon credits in the renewable fuels market.
TotalEnergies has partnered with Air Liquide to accelerate the decarbonization of its platform at La Mède biorefinery in France through the production of renewable hydrogen. This collaboration includes the construction of a new unit with a 25,000-ton annual capacity to recycle biorefinery coproducts for biodiesel and sustainable aviation fuel production. The €150 million project, scheduled to start production in 2028, is expected to reduce annual CO2 emissions by 130,000 tons. Additionally, the Masshylia project, targeting 10,000 tons yearly capacity, aims to launch its first 20 MW electrolyser in 2029. This initiative aligns with TotalEnergies' goal of cutting 3 million tons of CO2 emissions by 2030 across European refineries. The company's strategic move enhances its position in the renewable fuels market and strengthens its competitiveness in the energy transition landscape, potentially leading to long-term value through carbon credits and premium pricing for sustainable aviation fuel.
Topics
Production
Renewable Energy
Decarbonization
Strategic Partnership
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
European Subsidies
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