Uniper and Port of Rotterdam Study Green Hydrogen Plant Feasibility
- Feasibility study for a 100MW green hydrogen plant at Maasvlakte to be completed by summer 2025.
- Plans to expand the plant's capacity to 500MW.
- Green hydrogen production uses renewable energy for electrolysis.
- Potential supply to industrial complexes in North Rhine-Westphalia via pipelines.
Feasibility Study for Green Hydrogen Plant
Uniper and the Port of Rotterdam Authority are conducting a feasibility study for large-scale green hydrogen production at Maasvlakte, Rotterdam. The study aims to establish a 100MW hydrogen plant by 2025, with plans to expand to 500MW. The study is expected to be completed this summer.
Strategic Location and Infrastructure
The Maasvlakte site is considered ideal for green hydrogen production due to its access to large amounts of renewable energy, necessary infrastructure, and proximity to industrial customers. Renewable electricity from offshore wind farms will be utilized for the electrolysis process, which splits water into hydrogen and oxygen.
Project Development and Market Potential
Following successful prequalification for the EU IPCEI program, the project will focus on developing the conceptual design and technical dimensions of the hydrogen plant. The study will also explore the potential market for sustainable hydrogen in the Rotterdam port area and Germany, with future supply options to industrial complexes in North Rhine-Westphalia via pipelines.
Additional Considerations
The project team is also examining options for import, storage, and export of green hydrogen at Maasvlakte, leveraging existing facilities on the Uniper site.