- MosaHYc will convert 70 km of pipelines to transport up to 20,000 m³/h of pure hydrogen.
- The project aims for an investment decision on the pipeline system by 2022.
- It will support hydrogen developments in industrial clusters in Saarland and Lorraine.
- The initiative aligns with the Green Deal and aims to improve air quality in the Saar-Lor-Lux Region.
Project Overview
MosaHYc (Mosel Saar HYdrogen Conversion) focuses on converting 70 km of existing pipelines into a pure hydrogen infrastructure. This network will connect Völklingen (Germany), Carling (France), Bouzonville (France), and Perl (Germany), with a capacity to transport up to 20,000 m³/h (60 MW) of pure hydrogen.
Green Initiatives
The project aims to supply clean hydrogen to the transport sector, aligning with the green cross-border ambitions of Saarland, the Grand Est Region of France, and Luxembourg. It contributes to the Green Deal, addressing environmental and societal challenges, including air quality improvement in the Saar-Lor-Lux Region.
Industrial Support
This hydrogen infrastructure will support and connect further hydrogen developments in industrial clusters in Saarland and Lorraine, enhancing the economic and industrial attractiveness of the area. Both gas grid operators, GRTgaz and Creos Deutschland, are committed to adhering to strict safety and quality standards during the conversion process.
Future Prospects
The project will facilitate easy and transparent access to hydrogen producers and consumers in Saarland, Lorraine, and Luxembourg. It aims to foster the development of a cross-border hydrogen hub based on renewable or low-carbon hydrogen. In the long term, it sets the stage for converting additional gas pipelines to pure hydrogen, accelerating the development of a European cross-border hydrogen market.
