Innovative Floating Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Technology Revolutionizes Energy Transition
Key Ideas
  • Höegh Evi and Wärtsilä have successfully developed the world's first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, enabling the production of hydrogen at industrial-scale volumes, a significant advancement in the energy transition.
  • The scalable technology with a capacity of up to 210,000 tonnes of hydrogen annually can be integrated into Floating Storage and Regasification Units and dedicated Floating Hydrogen Terminals.
  • The project received substantial funding from the Norwegian Government's green platform program and involved collaboration with various partners, showcasing Norway's commitment to green energy solutions.
  • The initiative aligns with Europe's goal to import 10 million tonnes of renewable hydrogen by 2030, with the floating infrastructure offering a reliable energy source for hard-to-abate industries and contributing to a more resilient energy system.
Höegh Evi and Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, in collaboration with partners, have achieved a significant milestone by completing the development of the world's first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker in Stord, Norway. This groundbreaking technology allows floating import terminals to generate hydrogen from transported ammonia at an industrial scale, marking a pivotal advancement in the energy transition. The project, part of Norway's green platform program, received substantial funding and involved a consortium of organizations including Höegh Evi, Wärtsilä, the Institute for Energy Technology, University of South-East Norway, Sustainable Energy, and BASF SE. The scalable ammonia cracker, with a sendout capacity of up to 210,000 tonnes of hydrogen annually, can be integrated into various marine infrastructures, offering a reliable supply of clean energy for European industries. The initiative aligns with Europe's 2030 hydrogen import targets and aims to support hard-to-abate industries with a stable baseload energy source, contributing to a more balanced and sustainable energy system. This development represents a significant leap forward in the quest for sustainable energy solutions and demonstrates Norway's commitment to green energy innovation.
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