- The project started on April 27, 2018, in Herten, Germany.
- It uses an alkaline-water electrolysis system scalable up to 10 MW.
- The project is supported by NRW.INVEST and EnergyAgency.NRW.
- Asahi Kasei Europe is part of the ALIGN-CCUS project announced on November 14, 2017.
Project Overview
Asahi Kasei Europe has initiated a demonstration project for green hydrogen production at the Hydrogen Competence Center h2herten in Herten, Germany. The project aims to convert simulated wind energy into hydrogen, contributing to the development of a green hydrogen production system.
Technology and Capabilities
Asahi Kasei, a leading supplier of chlor-alkali electrolysis systems, has developed an alkaline-water electrolysis system suitable for fluctuating power inputs from renewable energy sources. This system is highly efficient and scalable up to 10 MW, enabling large-scale hydrogen production with a single unit.
Support and Collaboration
The project, which began on April 27, 2018, is supported by NRW.INVEST, the Economic Development Agency of North Rhine-Westphalia, its Japanese subsidiary NRW Japan K.K., and the EnergyAgency.NRW. The infrastructure at the Hydrogen Competence Center h2herten provides an ideal environment for the setup and integration of the electrolysis system.
European Energy Transition
Europe, particularly Germany, is focusing on hydrogen for energy storage and alternative fuels, driven by ambitious CO2 reduction goals and a high share of renewable energy. Asahi Kasei's project in Herten is part of this broader effort to develop reliable power storage technologies.
ALIGN-CCUS Project
Asahi Kasei Europe is also involved in the ALIGN-CCUS project, announced on November 14, 2017. This three-year, multi-partner initiative aims to transform six European industrial regions into low-carbon centers by 2025, with Asahi Kasei's electrolysis system playing a key role in CO2 reuse and emission reduction.
