Engie and Equinor's H2BE hydrogen project in Ghent, Belgium: Latest Update

At a glance

The feasibility study for the 1 GW H2BE hydrogen project at Engie's site in Ghent, Belgium has been completed. ENGIE and Equinor will sign a joint development agreement to progress to the next phase in 2023. Over 20 potential off-takers have shown interest in the project, with support from investment funds and authorities.

The feasibility study of the 1 GW H2BE hydrogen project, which assessed the technical and economic suitability of a potential location at Engie’s site at Rodenhuize in Ghent (Belgium), has been completed.

ENGIE and Equinor have decided to sign a joint development agreement (JDA), progress H2BE to the next development phase and further mature towards concept selection in 2023.

Last year, more than 20 potential hydrogen off-takers expressed interest in H2BE, which has also received letters of support from investment funds and authorities in Belgium.