A German research project in Zittau led by the Fraunhofer-Institution for Energy Infrastructures and Geothermal Systems is set to pioneer hydrogen research with the support of IMI through its VIVO electrolyser. The project, funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research under the IntegrH2ate initiative, aims to explore the extraction of heat from hydrogen generation for district heating applications. By utilizing PEM electrolysis and a high-temperature heat pump, the project will investigate the real-scale implementation of this technology at the Stadtwerke Zittau site. IMI's VIVO electrolyser was chosen for its compatibility with the project's research requirements, including smaller, flexible output sizes and a high level of instrumentation. Roby Buyung, President of Process Automation at IMI, highlighted the project's focus on the potential by-products of hydrogen generation, particularly in the district heating sector, emphasizing hydrogen's promising role in future heating technologies in Germany. This initiative signifies a crucial step towards advancing hydrogen's sustainability applications in district heating systems, supporting the country's goal of transitioning properties to hydrogen-based heating solutions. The project at Stadtwerke Zittau, as part of the IntegrH2ate project, represents a significant milestone for Fraunhofer IEG, laying the foundation for future research endeavors and technical investigations related to hydrogen production and utilization.