RWE to Supply 30,000 Metric Tons of Green Hydrogen to TotalEnergies SE in Germany
Key Ideas
  • RWE and TotalEnergies have signed a 15-year agreement for RWE to supply 30,000 metric tons of renewable hydrogen annually to decarbonize the Leuna refinery in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.
  • The hydrogen will be produced from RWE's 300-megawatt electrolyzer in Lingen, Lower Saxony, and transported 600 km to the refinery through a pipeline, reducing CO2 emissions by 300,000 tons per year.
  • RWE plans to use a hydrogen storage facility in Gronau-Epe, North Rhine-Westphalia, to ensure reliable delivery even during low renewable energy production periods, with the support of Germany's hydrogen core network.
  • The project not only demonstrates a significant step towards decarbonization but also showcases Germany's commitment to developing a hydrogen economy and facilitating industry transformation towards climate neutrality.
RWE, a major player in renewable energy, has entered into a substantial agreement with TotalEnergies SE to supply 30,000 metric tons of renewable hydrogen annually for 15 years to support the decarbonization efforts of the Leuna refinery in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany. This green hydrogen, produced by RWE's 300-megawatt electrolyzer located in Lingen, Lower Saxony, will be transported via a 600-km pipeline to the refinery, leading to a significant reduction of 300,000 tons of CO2 emissions per year starting in 2030. The agreement marks the largest quantity of green hydrogen ever contracted from an electrolyzer in Germany and signifies a crucial step towards sustainability and environmental responsibility in the energy sector. RWE's commitment to utilizing a hydrogen storage facility in Gronau-Epe, North Rhine-Westphalia, ensures a stable supply of hydrogen to TotalEnergies even during periods of low renewable energy generation, further demonstrating the reliability and scalability of green hydrogen infrastructure. This project is not only a testament to the partnership between RWE and TotalEnergies but also highlights Germany's ambitious plans for hydrogen infrastructure development through the hydrogen core network, which aims to repurpose existing natural gas pipelines for hydrogen transport. The positive sentiments from key stakeholders, including government officials and industry leaders, underscore the importance of green hydrogen as a catalyst for industry transformation and economic growth in Germany.
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