Hidrogenii, a joint venture between Plug Power Inc. and Olin Corporation, has successfully completed Louisiana's first hydrogen liquefaction facility in St. Gabriel. The plant, one of the largest electrolytic hydrogen liquefaction facilities in North America, can produce up to 15 metric tons per day of liquid hydrogen by purifying and liquefying hydrogen byproducts from Olin's chlorine manufacturing process. This development contributes to strengthening the regional hydrogen supply chain and supporting the broader U.S. transition to low-carbon energy. The facility, though not classified as a 'green' hydrogen facility, is considered 'low-carbon' as it repurposes hydrogen byproducts from Olin Corporation's chlor-alkali chemical production that would otherwise be vented into the atmosphere. The initiative also aligns with advancing the U.S. hydrogen economy, with Plug Power CEO Andy Marsh emphasizing the importance of leveraging a dependable hydrogen source to reduce reliance on external suppliers. Plug Power has additionally secured a substantial loan guarantee from the Department of Energy to construct green hydrogen manufacturing plants across the U.S., utilizing proprietary electrolyzer technology. These plants are expected to produce up to 15 tons of liquid hydrogen daily, supporting major customers like Walmart and Amazon in adopting hydrogen-powered fuel cells. While the global demand for low-carbon hydrogen is growing, challenges related to cost, infrastructure, and policy support persist. However, initiatives like the Hidrogenii plant in Louisiana signify a positive step towards cleaner energy development strategies. The completion of this facility marks a significant milestone in advancing the U.S. hydrogen economy and sets the stage for further hydrogen projects in the region.