The McGowan Government of Western Australia has expressed its support for Infinite Green Energy (IGE) as it announces a partnership with Samsung C&T to develop and construct the Arrowsmith Hydrogen Plant.
The plant, powered by wind and solar energy, is set to be located 30 km south of Dongara and has the potential to produce up to 300 tonnes of green hydrogen per day, amounting to 100,000 tonnes per year for both domestic and international markets.
IGE aims to become Australia’s first Zero Carbon commercial hydrogen producer. In addition to the Arrowsmith Hydrogen Plant, IGE is also making progress on the Northam MEG HP1 project, another renewable hydrogen initiative being developed in collaboration with Samsung C&T.
Roger Cook, the Hydrogen Industry Minister, emphasized the significance of this development for Western Australia’s position as a major producer, exporter, and consumer of renewable energy. The partnership aligns with the objectives outlined in the Western Australian Renewable Hydrogen Strategy and presents future opportunities for the state.
With the urgent need to diversify energy sources and reduce carbon emissions both locally and globally, the McGowan Government is dedicated to supporting the renewable hydrogen sector. The aim is to contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and achieve a net-zero emissions target.
