Uniper is collaborating with Electric Hydrogen to create a breakthrough in energy technology.
They are working together to design a 200 Megawatt electrolyzer plant as part of the innovative Green Wilhelmshaven project located in Northern Germany. Beginning in October 2024, Electric Hydrogen initiated the preliminary engineering design for this large-scale electrolysis facility.
The Green Wilhelmshaven project features two key components: the establishment of a large-scale electrolyzer for the production of green hydrogen and the development of an ammonia import terminal. The electrolyzer will be constructed in Wilhelmshaven, utilizing the site of Uniper’s former coal-fired power plant. The ammonia terminal will be situated near the first LNG terminal in the northern part of Wilhelmshaven, managed by a Uniper subsidiary.
By integrating these projects, Germany’s demand for green hydrogen could be significantly met. Both facilities will use pipelines to connect to the German hydrogen network and underground storage in northern Germany. Uniper’s initiative aims to transform Wilhelmshaven into a pivotal hub for green hydrogen, supported by the “Project of Common Interest” status attributed to both projects.
Using renewable wind energy, the newly designed electrolyzer will produce green hydrogen gas with zero carbon emissions, catering to the needs of Uniper’s industrial clientele. This approach to green hydrogen is essential for reducing carbon footprints in sectors such as chemicals, steel, marine, and air transport, making carbon neutrality an attainable goal.
