- The facility's annual capacity is 500MW, with potential to scale to 10GW over ten years.
- Supported by EUR 94 million from the EU Innovation Fund.
- Topsoe has agreements with First Ammonia in Texas and Forestal in Spain.
- The facility will produce green hydrogen for ammonia and methanol.
Facility Overview
Topsoe has inaugurated Europe's largest Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Cell (SOEC) manufacturing facility in Herning, Denmark. The facility is designed to produce high-efficiency electrolysis stacks for industrial-scale green hydrogen production, with an initial annual capacity of 500MW and the potential to scale up to 10GW over the next decade.
Investment and Support
This project represents Topsoe's largest investment to date and is supported by EUR 94 million from the EU Innovation Fund. The facility aims to contribute significantly to the decarbonization of energy-intensive industries, which account for about 30% of global CO₂ emissions.
Technological Impact
The SOEC technology used in the facility operates at higher temperatures than other electrolyzer technologies, achieving around 20% higher efficiency, which can increase to 30% with steam integration. This efficiency allows for a lower levelized hydrogen cost per megawatt volume, making it a pivotal technology for scaling green hydrogen production.
Global Agreements
Topsoe has signed offtake agreements with First Ammonia for a green ammonia project in Texas, US, and with Forestal for an e-methanol project in Spain. Both agreements include a 10-year service warranty program, highlighting the global reach and impact of the new facility.
Inauguration Event
The inauguration was attended by Danish and European officials, as well as representatives from various organizations, including the European Innovation Fund and the Hydrogen Council. The event underscored the facility's role in enhancing Europe's energy competitiveness and supporting global decarbonization efforts.
