thyssenkrupp nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS have jointly established the first SOEC pilot production plant in Arnstadt, Germany, marking a significant milestone in the advancement of high-temperature electrolysis technology for green hydrogen production. The inauguration of this plant signifies the beginning of a strategic partnership to develop next-generation SOEC electrolyzers for industrial applications. The pilot plant, with a target capacity of 8 megawatts per year, will manufacture SOEC stacks that form the core of future high-temperature electrolyzers. SOEC technology boasts high efficiency by requiring less electrical energy for water vapor splitting, offering a major advantage in industries with substantial waste heat, potentially reducing electricity consumption by 20-30%. The SOEC stack technology, based on oxygen-conducting ceramic electrolyte substrates, chromium-iron interconnectors, and a few components, ensures high corrosion resistance, optimized thermal performance, and ease of large-scale automated production. By integrating industrial waste heat or using CO2 as a raw material, SOEC technology allows companies to enhance green hydrogen production efficiency and support their decarbonization strategies. Moreover, the technology enables the conversion of industrial CO2 into green synthesis gas, facilitating the production of sustainable chemical feedstocks and e-fuels, thus contributing to a more sustainable energy mix. Dr. Werner Ponikwar, CEO of thyssenkrupp nucera, and Professor Alexander Michaelis, Director of Fraunhofer IKTS, expressed confidence in the transformative potential of SOEC technology in revolutionizing green hydrogen production. The successful operation of the pilot production plant will pave the way for the construction of a fully automated large-scale industrial SOEC production plant, further advancing the commercialization and adoption of this innovative technology in the industrial sector.