Linklaters Facilitates Green Hydrogen Partnership in Tunisia with VERBUND
Key Ideas
  • TE H2, a joint venture of TotalEnergies and EREN Group, partners with VERBUND to develop green hydrogen projects in Tunisia, focusing on electrolysis of desalinated seawater.
  • The 'H2 Notos' Project aims to produce up to 1 million tons of green hydrogen annually, leveraging solar and wind power, with privileged access to the European market by 2030.
  • Linklaters, led by its team in Paris, advises on the structuring of the partnership and the memorandum of understanding with the Tunisian State, demonstrating a commitment to green energy initiatives.
  • The partnership between TE H2 and VERBUND will encompass the entire project lifecycle, from green electricity production to hydrogen transport to Central Europe, contributing to the growth of sustainable energy practices.
Linklaters has provided legal advice to TE H2, a collaboration between TotalEnergies and EREN Group, in establishing a partnership with VERBUND, Austria's primary electricity company, for the development of green hydrogen projects in Tunisia. The initiative, known as the 'H2 Notos' Project, is focused on generating green hydrogen through the electrolysis of desalinated seawater, utilizing renewable electricity sourced from solar and onshore wind farms. The project's initial phase aims to produce 200,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, with a long-term goal of reaching 1 million tons per year in southern Tunisia. By capitalizing on the 'SoutH2 Corridor,' a dedicated pipeline linking North Africa to key European markets like Italy, Austria, and Germany, the project anticipates operational readiness by 2030. Responsibilities within the partnership entail TE H2 and VERBUND managing the project's development, financing, construction, and operations, spanning from green electricity generation to hydrogen production. VERBUND will oversee the transportation of the produced hydrogen to Central Europe. Furthermore, a significant milestone was achieved with the signing of a memorandum of understanding with the Tunisian State on May 27, indicating a collaborative effort towards advancing green energy endeavors. The Linklaters team, led from Paris, spearheaded the structuring of the partnership and the agreement with the Tunisian government. This legal support underscores Linklaters' dedication to promoting sustainable energy projects and international cooperation in the field. Established over 175 years ago in London, Linklaters is a prominent global business law firm with a strong presence in 21 countries and a diverse team of over 3000 lawyers worldwide. The Paris office alone boasts nearly 200 legal professionals, including 37 partners, contributing to the firm's extensive expertise in handling intricate financial, corporate, and litigation matters on a national and international scale. In addition to its legal pursuits, Linklaters has been actively engaged in pro bono activities for over two decades, with the creation of the Linklaters Corporate Foundation in 2015 marking a significant milestone in the firm's commitment to social causes. The foundation focuses on supporting initiatives in solidarity education and cultural patronage, reflecting Linklaters' broader social responsibility ethos.
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