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RWE Advances 100MW Green Hydrogen Project in Eemshaven

At a glance
  • RWE plans a 100MW electrolyser near Magnum Power Station in Eemshaven.
  • The project is linked to the 795MW OranjeWind offshore wind initiative.
  • TotalEnergies will use its share of OranjeWind power for 350MW electrolysers.
  • Final investment decisions depend on infrastructure availability.
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Project Overview

RWE is advancing its green hydrogen production capabilities in Eemshaven, Netherlands, with plans to develop a 100MW electrolyser. The company has secured the necessary construction and environmental permits to build this facility near the Magnum Power Station. This development is part of a broader effort to integrate renewable energy sources into the Dutch energy system.

Integration with OranjeWind

The electrolyser project is closely linked to the 795MW OranjeWind offshore wind project in the Dutch North Sea, a joint venture between RWE and TotalEnergies. The integration of the electrolyser with the OranjeWind project aims to address the challenges of matching intermittent renewable electricity production with flexible energy demand.

TotalEnergies' Contribution

TotalEnergies has announced plans to use its share of renewable electricity from the OranjeWind project to power 350MW electrolyser projects. These projects will produce green hydrogen for the decarbonisation of TotalEnergies’ refineries in Northern Europe, highlighting the collaborative efforts in the region to enhance sustainable energy production.

Future Developments

In addition to the 100MW electrolyser, RWE is also working on a 50MW electrolyser at the nearby Eems Power Station. Both projects are subject to final investment decisions, which depend on the timely availability of necessary infrastructure, such as the national hydrogen backbone, to transport the green hydrogen to customers.

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