Sasol commissions Envision for Sasolburg green hydrogen design study
- Sasol commissioned Envision Energy to deliver a green hydrogen system design study for its Sasolburg operations.
- The study will assess integration of renewable generation, battery energy storage and electrolyser technologies.
- Potential end uses identified include eMethanol production and possible sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF).
- The design phase is expected to conclude later this year and will provide technical and commercial information for potential next steps.
Project brief
Sasol has commissioned Envision Energy to undertake a design study for a green hydrogen system at Sasolburg. The work will evaluate pathways to produce lower‑carbon fuels and chemicals by integrating renewable energy, storage and electrolysers.
Technical focus
The study will assess how renewable generation, battery energy storage systems and electrolysers can be combined and optimised to support green hydrogen production based on forecast energy availability and pricing.
Potential applications and outcomes
Subject to study outcomes and future investment decisions, the produced green hydrogen could be used to make eMethanol and potentially sustainable aviation fuel (eSAF). The design phase will deliver the technical and commercial information required to evaluate next steps.
Context and timeline
The collaboration was highlighted during a visit to Envision's Chifeng Hydrogen Net Zero Industrial Park and reflects ongoing South Africa–China engagement on energy innovation. The design phase is expected to conclude later this year.
Source: Sasol
