Invenergy's Sauk Valley Hydrogen Facility: Leading the Way in Clean Energy Innovation
Key Ideas
  • Invenergy's Sauk Valley Hydrogen facility in Rock Falls, Illinois, has commenced commercial operations, marking a significant milestone in clean hydrogen production.
  • The facility utilizes a solar facility and Ohmium International's electrolyzer technology to produce up to 40 metric tons of clean hydrogen annually, with storage capacity on-site.
  • Sauk Valley Hydrogen's first offsite order will be delivered by Certarus to an Aether Fuels project, showcasing the versatility and potential impact of clean hydrogen across various sectors.
  • This project reinforces Invenergy's commitment to supporting Illinois' clean energy economy, adding clean hydrogen to their existing portfolio of wind, solar, natural gas generation, and energy storage projects.
Invenergy, a prominent developer in clean energy solutions, has officially announced the commencement of operations at its first clean hydrogen project, the Sauk Valley Hydrogen facility in Rock Falls, Illinois. This 5-acre facility has the capacity to produce up to 40 metric tons of clean hydrogen annually, powered by Invenergy's solar facility and Ohmium International's electrolyzer technology. The project is a collaborative effort aimed at pioneering clean hydrogen production for various industries. The initial hydrogen supply from Sauk Valley is being utilized as a turbine generator cooling agent at the nearby Nelson Energy Center, demonstrating the practical applications of clean hydrogen within existing energy infrastructure. Moreover, the facility's loading capability allows for hydrogen to be transported offsite, with the first offsite order designated for delivery to an Aether Fuels project. Invenergy's Vice President of Hydrogen, Jon Horek, highlighted the strategic importance of clean hydrogen in supplying 'hard-to-abate' sectors with sustainable energy solutions. The company's partnership with Aether Fuels further emphasizes the versatility and market capabilities of clean hydrogen produced at Sauk Valley. With this milestone, Invenergy expands its clean energy investment in Illinois, contributing to the state's clean energy economy. The Sauk Valley Hydrogen facility adds to Invenergy's existing portfolio in Illinois, which includes wind, solar, natural gas generation, and advanced energy storage projects. The overarching goal is to accelerate the adoption of cleaner, more reliable energy solutions, showcasing Invenergy's commitment to sustainable development.
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