- Linde will build, own, and operate a two-megawatt electrolyzer plant at Infineon's Villach site.
- The plant will use PEM technology from ITM Power to produce green hydrogen.
- Linde will also build a compact air separation unit to supply nitrogen.
- The new facilities are expected to start up in 2022.
Agreement and Project Overview
Linde has signed a long-term agreement with Infineon Technologies to produce and store high-purity green hydrogen on-site, along with supplying other industrial gases. This marks the first use of green hydrogen in Infineon's semiconductor manufacturing process.
Electrolyzer Plant
Linde will construct, own, and operate a two-megawatt electrolyzer plant at Infineon's Villach site in Austria. The plant will utilize Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) technology from ITM Power to generate green hydrogen, which Linde will purify to meet the stringent requirements of Infineon's manufacturing process. This initiative is part of Infineon's strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the Villach site.
Additional Facilities
In addition to the electrolyzer plant, Linde will also build, own, and operate a compact air separation unit at the Villach site. This unit will ensure a reliable supply of nitrogen, and a bulk storage system will be established to meet Infineon's growing demand for industrial gases. The new facilities are scheduled to commence operations in 2022.
Statements from Executives
Thomas Reisinger, Board Member Operations at Infineon Technologies Austria, emphasized the importance of sustainable manufacturing methods for achieving climate targets. Veerle Slenders, President Region Europe West at Linde, highlighted the long-standing relationship with Infineon and the significance of pioneering green hydrogen use in the semiconductor industry.
