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Thuringia’s glass, ceramics, and metal industries are gearing up for a seismic shift as they embark on the ambitious journey of transitioning to renewable energies. The unveiling of groundbreaking insights from a two-year research project on the industrial application of green hydrogen, funded with approximately €400,000 by the Thuringian Ministry of Energy, promises to be a guiding light through this transformative period.

BASF, in collaboration with Siemens Energy, has received funding approval from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action and the State of Rhineland-Palatinate. The funds will propel the construction of a proton exchange membrane electrolyzer, marking a substantial leap in the Hy4Chem-EI project at the Ludwigshafen site.

Matteco, a newly established Spanish company, has emerged as a key player specializing in nanotechnology. The company’s primary focus revolves around the research and development of advanced materials crucial for decarbonization efforts. During the European Hydrogen Week in Brussels, Matteco unveiled its groundbreaking innovation—a new generation of catalysts and electrodes, fundamental elements for green hydrogen production through electrolysis.

Enagás, the leading energy infrastructure company, has reported an overwhelming response, with more than 600 projects expressing interest in utilizing the upcoming hydrogen network in the country. The ‘call for interest’ process, initiated by Enagás, attracted participation from over 200 companies, unveiling a diverse range of projects aiming to supply hydrogen domestically and export to international markets.