The European Union has allocated funding of up to €36 million for thyssenkrupp nucera's SOEC project to produce green hydrogen. This investment will support the construction of a 300 MW production plant utilizing high-temperature electrolysis technology. The EU's Innovation Funds aim to accelerate the industrialization of the SOEC technology, licensed from the Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems (IKTS). thyssenkrupp nucera's CEO praised the EU's decision, emphasizing the importance of SOEC technology in green hydrogen production. The company plans to establish a pilot plant with an 8 MW capacity by mid-2025 in Arnstadt, Thuringia, focusing on manufacturing SOEC stacks. The SOEC stack design features a ceramic solid electrolyte with high efficiency for industrial applications. The collaboration between thyssenkrupp nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS aims to enhance the industrial relevance of SOEC technology. The efficiency of SOEC technology makes it valuable for industries utilizing waste heat, contributing to the transition to green hydrogen.