Air Liquide's ENHANCE Project: Advancing Renewable Hydrogen Production in Europe
Key Ideas
  • Air Liquide secures €110 million grant from the European Innovation Fund for its ENHANCE project to produce low-carbon and renewable hydrogen from ammonia in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium.
  • The project involves building a large-scale renewable ammonia cracking plant and an innovative hydrogen liquefier, with the aim to reduce CO2 emissions by over 300,000 tonnes annually.
  • ENHANCE is the first European industrial-scale initiative using ammonia as a feedstock for hydrogen production, supporting the growth of the global hydrogen market and contributing to Europe's carbon neutrality goals.
  • Air Liquide's commitment to energy transition includes participation in the Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association and issuing a €500 million green bond for sustainable energy projects, focusing on low-carbon hydrogen and other environmentally friendly solutions.
French industrial gas supplier, Air Liquide, has received a €110 million grant from the European Innovation Fund for its ENHANCE project in the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Belgium. The project aims to establish a sustainable supply chain for low-carbon and renewable hydrogen by utilizing ammonia as a feedstock, with plans to retrofit existing hydrogen production facilities. This initiative is expected to significantly reduce CO2 emissions by more than 300,000 tonnes annually, particularly benefiting hard-to-abate sectors like maritime transport. Air Liquide's ENHANCE project represents a significant step towards a viable infrastructure for renewable hydrogen in Europe. Air Liquide's strategy aligns with the company's ADVANCE plan and supports the energy transition by emphasizing the role of low-carbon hydrogen in industry decarbonization and mobility. The funding from the European Commission for ENHANCE is crucial for advancing the project towards implementation and underscores the importance of innovative solutions like ammonia cracking and hydrogen liquefaction. In addition to the ENHANCE project, Air Liquide is actively engaged in promoting sustainable energy solutions. The company's membership in the Zero Emissions Ship Technology Association (ZESTAs) and the issuance of a €500 million green bond demonstrate its commitment to supporting the global adoption of green hydrogen ecosystems and investing in projects that drive environmental sustainability. Air Liquide's dedication to advancing renewable hydrogen production and contributing to carbon neutrality aligns with broader European initiatives for a greener future.
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