The construction of the world’s largest hydrogen plant is planned for the North Sea.
According to the German news source Deutsche Presse Agentur, this is the case.
It should be noted that the pilot project, which is expected to be finished by 2030, would contain electrolysis units with a capacity ranging from 300 to 500 megawatts, according to the report.
It is anticipated that offshore wind generators will provide the energy required for their operation, with hydrogen being delivered to the coast via a dedicated gas pipeline.
This should make it easier for the Netherlands to transition to renewable energy sources. It should be noted that the plant will be constructed within the territorial waters of this country.
Germany is placing its bets on hydrogen, as the country plans to totally transition to renewable energy sources and phase out the use of natural gas.
It is expected that gas will remain a significant source of energy for Germany for another 13 years, after which it will be totally replaced by hydrogen power, according to the government of Germany.
Additionally, it is expected to phase out coal and nuclear power by the end of 2022 at the earliest.
