Green Hydrogen Venture 'H2 Notos' in Tunisia Paving the Way for European Market Expansion
Key Ideas
- TE H2, EREN Groupe, and VERBUND sign MoU with Tunisia for 'H2 Notos', a green hydrogen project focusing on production through renewable sources and export to Europe.
- Initial phase targets 200,000 tpy of green hydrogen with plans to scale production up to 1 million tpy, boosting job creation in Tunisia.
- The project will utilize the 'SoutH2 Corridor', a pipeline connecting North Africa to Europe, providing a sustainable supply of green hydrogen by 2030.
- Partnership aims to support Tunisia's energy transition, attract foreign investment in renewables, and strengthen the European industry with long-term green hydrogen supply.
TE H2, a joint venture between TotalEnergies and EREN Groupe, in collaboration with VERBUND and the Republic of Tunisia, have initiated the 'H2 Notos' project. This venture focuses on generating green hydrogen using onshore wind and solar power along with desalinated sea water. 'H2 Notos' plans to kick off by producing 200,000 tons per year (tpy) of green hydrogen in South Tunisia, with potential expansion to 1 million tpy. The project is strategically positioned to export hydrogen to Europe through the 'SoutH2 Corridor' pipeline by 2030.
TE H2 and VERBUND will play key roles in various project aspects, from electricity production to hydrogen generation, ensuring a seamless operation. The MoU signing between the involved parties signifies a crucial step towards realizing this massive green initiative. The project is expected to not only provide a sustainable supply of green hydrogen but also create a significant number of jobs in Tunisia.
The enthusiastic responses from David Corchia, CEO of TE H2, Fatma Thabet Chiboub, Tunisia's Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy, and Michael Strugl, CEO of VERBUND AG, highlight the commitment and belief in the project's potential. The collaboration aims to drive Tunisia's energy transition, attract foreign investments in renewables, and bolster the European industry with a reliable source of green hydrogen. Through this partnership, a sustainable economic development path is envisioned for Tunisia, aligning with global efforts for a greener future.
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