Plug Power Secures Major Order for Green Hydrogen Project in Spain
Key Ideas
  • Plug Power Inc. has secured a significant order for 25 megawatts of proton exchange membrane electrolyzer systems from the joint venture of bp and Iberdrola in Spain, aiming to decarbonize bp's Castellón refinery.
  • The project will involve the installation of five 5 MW containerized PEM electrolyzers, expected to reduce 23,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually by transitioning from gray to green hydrogen in refinery operations.
  • Plug's CEO, Andy Marsh, emphasized the company's industry expertise and proven technology, positioning this project as a crucial opportunity for Plug in the European green hydrogen market.
  • This deal marks the beginning of a long-term partnership with potential expansion to 2 gigawatts of electrolysis capacity, showcasing Plug's leading role in sustainable energy solutions.
Plug Power Inc. (NASDAQ: PLUG) has secured a significant order for 25 megawatts (MW) of proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer systems from the joint venture of bp and Iberdrola in Spain. The project aims to decarbonize bp's Castellón refinery in Valencia, Spain, by utilizing five 5 MW containerized PEM electrolyzers. This initiative is expected to avoid 23,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually by replacing gray hydrogen with green hydrogen in refinery operations. Plug's CEO, Andy Marsh, highlighted the company's industry expertise and proven technology, emphasizing the critical opportunity this project represents for Plug in the European green hydrogen market. Plug's experience includes operating the largest PEM electrolyzer system at its 15-ton-per-day Georgia hydrogen production plant and manufacturing capabilities at its Rochester Gigafactory. This deal marks the beginning of a long-term partnership with potential expansion up to 2 gigawatts of electrolysis capacity, demonstrating Plug's leading role in sustainable energy solutions.
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