Thyssenkrupp's Green Transformation: Hydrogen Steel Plant in Duisburg
Key Ideas
- Vinci's Cobra IS secures a €74m contract for mechanical works on Thyssenkrupp's hydrogen-powered steel plant in Duisburg, Germany.
- The plant, set to be the first in Germany running solely on green hydrogen, will produce 2.5 million tonnes of direct reduced iron annually and save 3.5 million tonnes of CO2 yearly.
- Thyssenkrupp plans to start using hydrogen in 2028, reaching full hydrogen operation in 2029, with the state of North Rhine-Westphalia contributing €700m to the project.
- The project is hailed as a significant step towards industrial decarbonisation, showcasing Germany's commitment to carbon-neutral basic material production and plant construction expertise.
Thyssenkrupp is embarking on a groundbreaking project in Duisburg, Germany, as Vinci's Cobra IS secures a €74m contract for the mechanical works on a major hydrogen-powered steel plant. This plant, set to be Germany's first steel facility running entirely on green hydrogen, is a monumental industrial decarbonisation effort that will annually produce 2.5 million tonnes of direct reduced iron while preventing 3.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions. By utilizing green hydrogen generated through electrolysis, the plant signifies a crucial shift towards sustainable steel production. Thyssenkrupp's plan to incorporate hydrogen by 2028, aiming for full hydrogen operation by 2029, aligns with North Rhine-Westphalia's €700m contribution to the initiative. The project not only advances decarbonisation but also highlights Germany's proficiency in carbon-neutral material production and plant construction.