Plug Power and Olin Corp. Commission Largest Electrolytic Hydrogen Liquefaction Plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana
Key Ideas
  • Hidrogenii, a joint venture between Plug Power and Olin Corp., has commissioned a 15 metric-ton-per-day hydrogen liquefaction plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana, marking a significant milestone in expanding the U.S. hydrogen network.
  • The newly commissioned facility will enhance the regional hydrogen supply chain, support the U.S. transition to low-carbon energy, and reduce reliance on third-party suppliers by leveraging a cost-effective hydrogen source.
  • Plug Power's CEO, Andy Marsh, emphasized the financial benefits of the project, while Olin's president and CEO, Ken Lane, highlighted the strategic importance of the joint venture in aligning with Olin's value-first approach.
  • The plant's design to liquefy up to 15 TPD of hydrogen at maximum capacity will boost Plug's total production capacity to 40 TPD, contributing to Plug's broader strategy to scale a national green hydrogen network.
Hidrogenii, a joint venture between Plug Power and Olin Corp., has successfully commissioned a 15 metric-ton-per-day hydrogen liquefaction plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana. This plant, considered one of the largest electrolytic hydrogen liquefaction facilities in North America, represents a significant milestone in strengthening the regional hydrogen supply chain. The project aims to support the United States' transition to low-carbon energy by providing a reliable and cost-effective hydrogen source, thus reducing dependency on third-party suppliers. The facility, designed to liquefy up to 15 TPD of hydrogen at full capacity, will enable Plug Power to increase its total production capacity to 40 TPD. Plug CEO Andy Marsh highlighted the financial advantages of the new facility, emphasizing its contribution to expanding the U.S. hydrogen network. Ken Lane, president and CEO of Olin, expressed the strategic significance of the joint venture in alignment with Olin's value-first approach. The establishment of Hidrogenii in 2022 by Plug and Olin signifies a commitment to building and operating hydrogen production facilities like the one in St. Gabriel. This initiative complements Plug's existing production sites in Woodbine, Georgia, and Charleston, Tennessee, further advancing their goal of developing a national green hydrogen network. Plug Power, based in Latham, New York, specializes in providing a range of hydrogen-related solutions to various industries, promoting energy independence and decarbonization on a large scale. With a global presence and significant deployment of fuel cell systems and fueling stations, Plug Power plays a vital role in the adoption of green technologies. Olin Corp., headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, is a key player in the chemical manufacturing industry, further enhancing the capabilities and reach of the joint venture with Plug Power.
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