European Energy has just reached a milestone with the inauguration of its first green hydrogen production facility in Måde, Denmark. This innovative project strengthens the transition to sustainable energy and highlights strategic collaborations with major players in the energy industry.
A crucial step for green hydrogen and strategic collaborations to optimize production
I am publishing today details on a significant advancement in the energy sector. European Energy recently inaugurated its first large-scale green hydrogen production complex in Måde, an initiative that represents a milestone for the integration of renewable energies. This project, whose construction was completed in June 2024, demonstrates the willingness to accelerate the energy transition. It aims to fully harness the potential of green technologies. This facility is equipped with an electrolyzer provided by the Danish company Stiesdal and will ultimately produce up to 1,500 tons of hydrogen per year thanks to a total capacity of 12 MW.
I emphasize the importance of partnerships in the success of this endeavor. Centrica, a key player in energy, has been designated as a partner for balancing and optimization. This role is essential to ensure the efficiency of energy management and hydrogen production. This thereby allows for maximizing yield and minimizing costs. This precise balance between performance and sustainability shows how collaborative innovation can meet the challenges of modern industries.
The hydrogen produced will not only be intended for the port of Esbjerg but also for a multinational specialized in industrial gases. With the excess heat generated for the heating service of the municipality of Esbjerg, European Energy addresses a dual issue: providing clean hydrogen and contributing to local decarbonization.
Greater prospects for European Energy
This inauguration is just the beginning. I note that the group already has ambitious expansion plans. Beginning in 2025, a second electrolyzer will be added. This marks the first step towards full operation of the site with three units in service. Emil Vikjær-Andresen, executive vice president and head of Power-to-X at European Energy, stated: “This facility is just the beginning. Thanks to the many lessons we’ve learned from the design, construction, and commissioning of the plant, we will be able to reduce costs and timelines for future plants while improving the project’s economics. This is an essential element to help decarbonize industries that are difficult to electrify directly.”
These innovative projects demonstrate European Energy’s commitment to expanding green technologies. Furthermore, the company is in the process of commissioning its green methanol plant in Kassø, with production expected by the end of 2024. This additional initiative reinforces the notion that diversifying renewable energies is essential to sustaining a sustainable energy future.
Article based on a press release received by the editorial team.
