Leading the Way to Decarbonization: Air Liquide's Renewable Hydrogen Projects in Europe
Key Ideas
  • Air Liquide announces two large-scale electrolyzer projects in Europe to produce renewable and low-carbon hydrogen, with an investment of over 1bn€ and the potential to avoid up to 500,000 tonnes of CO2-equivalent emissions per year.
  • The ELYgator project involves a 200MW electrolyzer in Maasvlakte, Rotterdam, expected to produce 23,000 tons of hydrogen annually and serve industrial and mobility needs in the region with renewable power from offshore wind farms.
  • A joint venture between Air Liquide and TotalEnergies will develop a 250MW electrolyzer in the Zeeland province, aiming to produce 30,000 tons of renewable hydrogen yearly and contribute to decarbonizing industry by 2030.
  • These projects signify a significant step towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, offering concrete solutions for customers and supporting Europe's ambition for decarbonized growth in hard-to-abate sectors.
Air Liquide S.A. has unveiled two major projects in Europe to foster the production of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen. The first project, ELYgator, involves the construction of a 200-MW electrolyzer in Maasvlakte, Rotterdam. This electrolyzer will supply TotalEnergies' industrial platform and cater to the needs of European industries and heavy-duty mobility, utilizing renewable electricity from offshore windfarms. Additionally, a joint venture has been established between Air Liquide and TotalEnergies to develop a 250-MW electrolyzer in the Zeeland province, Netherlands. These initiatives, representing an investment exceeding 1 billion euros, aim to collectively reduce up to 500,000 tonnes of CO2-equivalent emissions annually. Both projects are supported by the EU's Innovation Fund and the Dutch IPCEI program, with operations expected to commence by 2027 and 2029. Air Liquide's commitment to decarbonization is further emphasized by its utilization of leading electrolyzer technology and the formation of strategic partnerships. Vincent Stoquart from TotalEnergies highlights the significance of these projects in advancing the decarbonization agenda, aligning with TotalEnergies' goal to reduce hydrogen consumption emissions by 2030. The projects not only reinforce Air Liquide's technological prowess but also exemplify its contribution to Europe's sustainable growth objectives through the production of renewable hydrogen. These endeavors underscore the importance of collaborative efforts in transitioning towards a more sustainable and decarbonized future.
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