Western Australia's Potential as a Green Hydrogen Exporter to Europe
Key Ideas
- TrHyHub Study finds Western Australia well-positioned to export green hydrogen and ammonia to Europe via Mid West.
- Oakajee SIA identified as a potential large-scale hydrogen production hub with unique advantages like renewable energy potential and land availability.
- State Government committed to supporting Strategic Industrial Areas and clean energy projects through the $1 billion Strategic Industries Fund.
- Ministers highlight the importance of collaboration with industry and international partners to establish WA as a world leader in green hydrogen exports.
A Trilateral Hydrogen Hub Feasibility (TrHyHub) Study has revealed that Western Australia has the potential to export locally produced green hydrogen and ammonia to Europe through the State's Mid West region. The study, a collaborative effort involving the State Government, Mid West Ports Authority, the Port of Rotterdam, and Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems, focused on establishing a clean energy supply chain between Oakajee Strategic Industrial Area (SIA) and Germany.
It was found that exporting green ammonia via Oakajee SIA could be feasible through a single point mooring solution, leveraging the Mid West's renewable energy potential, ample land availability, and political stability. The region's capacity for large-scale renewable electricity generation could enable the production of millions of tonnes of hydrogen annually, aligning with the vision of Oakajee SIA as a significant hydrogen production hub.
The State Government's commitment to supporting Strategic Industrial Areas, including with the $1 billion Strategic Industries Fund, underscores its focus on accelerating clean energy and major industrial projects. Ministers emphasized the importance of collaboration with industry to solidify WA's position as a top green hydrogen exporter. Their remarks highlight the economic benefits, job creation potential, and the significance of partnerships with international entities like the Port of Rotterdam in realizing clean energy exports to Europe.
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Utilities
Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Job Creation
Economic Diversification
Industrial Development
Export Opportunities
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