HyCC Contracts McPhy and Technip Energies for Green Hydrogen Plant in the Netherlands
- HyCC aims to make a final investment decision for the Djewels project later this year.
- The 20 MW plant will produce up to 3,000 tons of green hydrogen annually.
- The project could reduce CO2 emissions by up to 27,000 tons per year.
- Djewels is supported by Gasunie, DeNora, Hinicio, Waddenfonds, and the Clean Hydrogen Partnership.
Project Overview
Djewels B.V., fully owned by HyCC, has contracted McPhy for electrolyzer supply and Technip Energies for the design and construction of a 20 MW green hydrogen plant in Delfzijl, the Netherlands. The final investment decision is expected later this year.
Production and Environmental Impact
The state-of-the-art electrolysis facility will produce up to 3,000 tons of green hydrogen annually from renewable power and water. This green hydrogen will be used by OCI Methanol Europe to produce renewable methanol, potentially reducing CO2 emissions by up to 27,000 tons per year.
Technological Innovation
Djewels will be the first plant at this scale to use McPhy's “Augmented McLyzer” technology, which offers higher current density and flexibility in production with reduced spatial requirements. This development is crucial for scaling up green hydrogen production to support European decarbonization and climate goals.
Regional and Financial Support
The project is a flagship initiative for the Province of Groningen and the Hydrogen Valley in the Northern Netherlands, supported by the regional Waddenfonds. It also receives backing from the Clean Hydrogen Partnership and has applied for a grant from the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs.
Collaborative Efforts
In addition to HyCC, the project is supported by companies including Gasunie, DeNora, and Hinicio. The facility will be located in Delfzijl Chemical Park, where HyCC’s shareholder Nobian already operates a chlor-alkali electrolysis facility.