The northern German energy supplier EWE is realising the construction of one of Europe’s largest hydrogen production plants in Emden. EWE is relying on Siemens Energy to realise the large-scale electrolysis project. The entire production plant, consisting of electrolysis and the necessary peripherals – such as compressors and cooling systems – will have an average power consumption of around 320 megawatts over its lifetime. The energy technology group will supply a 280-megawatt electrolysis system as the centrepiece of the plant. The plant in Emden is scheduled to go into operation in 2027 and will then provide around 26,000 tonnes of green hydrogen per year for various applications. The amount of hydrogen produced can save around 800,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year when used in the steel industry, for example. EWE and Siemens Energy have also concluded a ten-year service agreement as part of the contract award.
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