BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) has initiated the construction of its first production facility for green hydrogen and fuel cell components in Budenheim, Germany, near Frankfurt. The site will manufacture low-iridium-loaded catalyst coated membranes (CCMs) for proton exchange membrane (PEM) water electrolysis, along with Celtec® membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs) for high-temperature fuel cells. These components play a crucial role in converting hydrogen and oxygen into electricity efficiently. The global operations of ECMS's hydrogen business cover Europe, North America, and Asia, aligning with the rapid development of the renewable energy ecosystem. The new facility will facilitate the commercialization of newly developed CCMs for PEM electrolyzers, enhancing ECMS's presence in the green hydrogen market with multi-gigawatt capacity products. This investment underscores ECMS's expertise in precious metals, catalysts, and recycling, establishing it as a comprehensive solution provider in the green hydrogen sector. The Budenheim site's development supports ECMS's global hydrogen strategy, emphasizing circular solutions that enhance performance and reduce costs for PEM electrolyzers and fuel cells. Scheduled to open in summer 2025, the facility is strategically located in the Rhein-Main metropolitan area, positioning BASF's initiative at the heart of Europe. Collaborating with Trigona Fuel Cell Components GmbH and Grundstücksverwaltung Rheinufer GmbH & Co. KG, the project signifies a significant step towards leveraging the expanding business opportunities in the green hydrogen domain. The article also highlights other renewable energy topics covered in the latest issue of Energy Global magazine.