South Korea's First Nuclear-Powered Hydrogen Production Facility
Key Ideas
  • Hyundai E&C leads a consortium to build South Korea's first hydrogen production facility powered by nuclear energy.
  • Partners include key industry players aiming to execute a pilot project for clean hydrogen production using nuclear power.
  • The collaboration focuses on developing large-scale plants and business models for domestic and international clean hydrogen use.
  • This initiative marks a significant step towards stable and large-scale clean hydrogen production in South Korea.
Hyundai Engineering & Construction Co. (Hyundai E&C) in South Korea has taken the lead in a consortium set to construct the nation's inaugural hydrogen production facility powered by nuclear energy. The company, along with partners like Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), Samsung C&T Corp., and others, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to pave the way for a pilot project in clean hydrogen generation utilizing nuclear power. The primary goal of this collaboration is to accelerate the commercialization of technology for clean hydrogen production. This groundbreaking endeavor in South Korea not only signifies a milestone for the country but also sets the groundwork for a future of stable and large-scale clean hydrogen production. Moreover, the focus of this partnership extends to the development of commercial-scale plants and the creation of viable business models for both local utilization and potential global export of clean hydrogen. With these efforts, South Korea aims to position itself at the forefront of innovative and sustainable energy solutions.
ADVANCEH2

Our vision is to be the world's leading online platform for advancing the use of hydrogen as a critical piece needed to deliver net-zero initiatives and the promise of a clean H2 energy future.

© 2024 AdvanceH2, LLC. All rights reserved.