OMV Unveils New Technologies and Invests in 140 MW Green Hydrogen Plant
- OMV inaugurated a 10 MW electrolyzer at Schwechat, producing 1,500 tons of green hydrogen annually.
- A mid-three-digit million-euro investment is planned for a 140 MW green hydrogen plant in Bruck an der Leitha.
- The new plant aims to produce 23,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, reducing CO₂ emissions by 150,000 tons.
- The 140 MW facility is expected to start by the end of 2027, using wind, solar, and hydro power.
Inauguration of New Facilities
OMV has officially opened its ReOil and electrolyzer facilities at the Schwechat refinery near Vienna. The ReOil plant focuses on chemical recycling, converting hard-to-recycle plastics into high-quality products. The 10 MW electrolyzer facility, the largest in Austria, can produce up to 1,500 tons of green hydrogen annually.
Investment in Green Hydrogen
OMV has committed to investing a mid-three-digit million-euro sum in a new green hydrogen plant in Bruck an der Leitha, Lower Austria. This 140 MW electrolysis facility is contingent on a positive outcome from the European and Austrian Hydrogen Bank auction. The plant is expected to produce up to 23,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, significantly contributing to reducing CO₂ emissions by approximately 150,000 tons per year.
Timeline and Future Plans
The new 140 MW facility is scheduled to start operations by the end of 2027. It will utilize renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydro power. The project will benefit from the experience gained from the existing 10 MW electrolyzer, which was completed in partnership with Kommunalkredit by the end of 2024.
Impact on Industry
The new developments at the Schwechat refinery and the planned green hydrogen plant aim to enhance the sustainability of fuel and chemical production. By integrating these technologies, OMV seeks to meet evolving customer needs and strengthen the link between refining and chemical production, thereby increasing efficiency and flexibility.