MegaWatt Test Centre Successfully Produces Green Hydrogen for Industrial Innovation
Key Ideas
  • The Hydrohub MegaWatt Test Centre in Groningen successfully produced its first green hydrogen using an alkaline electrolyser, with a PEM electrolyser expected to be operational soon.
  • Research at the facility focuses on optimizing electrolysis processes under varying conditions to increase energy efficiency and reduce CO₂ emissions in the chemical industry.
  • The collaboration between industry partners and knowledge institutions aims to advance hydrogen technology along the value chain, from research labs to practical applications.
  • The test centre's infrastructure and expertise are now open to new partners interested in contributing to the hydrogen transition and advancing sustainable practices in the energy sector.
The MegaWatt Test Centre in Groningen's Hydrohub has made a significant milestone by successfully producing its first green hydrogen through an alkaline electrolyser, with plans to commission a PEM electrolyser in the coming weeks. The facility, developed to test industrial-scale electrolysis, adheres to strict European safety standards and offers flexible testing options. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis powered by renewable sources, is considered pivotal in reducing CO₂ emissions in the chemical industry. The centre's experiments focus on optimizing electrolysis processes under varying conditions, aiming to enhance energy efficiency through higher pressure and temperature operations. The collaboration between industry partners like Shell, Nobian, and knowledge institutions including TNO and the University of Groningen is crucial for advancing hydrogen technology along the value chain, from research labs to real-world applications. Andreas ten Cate, Program Director at ISPT, highlights the potential energy savings in industrial settings by operating at higher pressures and temperatures. The test centre's readiness to conduct research with the two electrolysers signifies a step towards practical hydrogen innovation. While the PEM electrolyser is designed for testing new components, the alkaline electrolyser serves both research and educational purposes. Entrance, Hanze's Centre of Expertise Energy, supports the centre's operations, inviting new partners and companies to join the hydrogen transition efforts. Supported by various entities including the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, the MegaWatt Test Centre stands as a hub for sustainable practices and collaborative advancements in hydrogen technology.
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