KRUH2: Pioneering Hydrogen Demonstration Project in Krummhörn
Key Ideas
- The KRUH2 project in Krummhörn showcases the practical application of hydrogen for energy needs, utilizing renewable energy sources like wind power.
- Funded by Lower Saxony, the project involves a 1-megawatt electrolyzer producing hydrogen, which is stored and used for heat supply and mobility.
- OGE's innovative approach includes a 'digital twin' for optimizing the hydrogen value chain, reducing production costs, and operating hydrogen vehicles.
- The project contributes significantly to Germany's energy transition and climate goals, positioning Lower Saxony as a key player in European hydrogen production.
The KRUH2 project in Krummhörn, Germany, at OGE's compressor station site, is a pioneering demonstration of hydrogen use supported by Lower Saxony's funding. Driven by the abundance of renewable energy, particularly wind power in the region, the project focuses on creating green hydrogen to meet OGE's energy requirements. The 1-megawatt electrolyzer at the heart of the project can produce 210 Nm³/h of hydrogen, which is used for heat supply and mobility needs on-site. KRUH2 also features a 'digital twin' system that optimizes the hydrogen value chain in real-time, leading to reduced production costs and the operation of hydrogen vehicles. OGE's CEO, Dr Thomas Hüwener, highlights the project's importance in demonstrating sector coupling and contributing to Germany's climate targets. With the potential to make Lower Saxony a key hydrogen producer in Europe, KRUH2 showcases innovative solutions to utilize excess wind power effectively, positioning the region at the forefront of the energy transition.