Haffner Energy's HYNOCA® Wins World Hydrogen Award at the 5th World Hydrogen Awards in Vitry-le-François
Key Ideas
- Haffner Energy's HYNOCA® biomass-based solution was awarded at the 5th World Hydrogen Awards in Vitry-le-François under the REFORMERS' Flagship Energy Valley project.
- The innovative Zinc Intermediate Step Electrolysis technology by German startup STOFF2 was also recognized during the ceremony in Alkmaar, Netherlands.
- HYNOCA-Alkmaar's project is set to produce 240 metric tonnes per year of mobility-grade green hydrogen, avoiding the emission of 2,880 tonnes of CO2 annually.
- Europe's first Renewable Energy Valley in Alkmaar aims to test new renewable energy technologies, showcasing energy resilience and sustainable development with over 300 business facilities and 3,000 households.
The 5th World Hydrogen Awards highlighted Haffner Energy's biomass-based solution, HYNOCA®, as one of the two hydrogen-production technologies chosen for the first Renewable Energy Valley project under REFORMERS. The award ceremony took place in Vitry-le-François, France, recognizing the innovative Zinc Intermediate Step Electrolysis technology by STOFF2 as well. HYNOCA® by Haffner Energy, a French company, utilizes patented biomass thermolysis technology to produce hydrogen from local residual biomass, offering a sustainable solution with no conflicts of use. The project in Alkmaar, Netherlands, will generate 240 metric tonnes of green hydrogen annually, reducing CO2 emissions significantly. This initiative is part of the larger Renewable Energy Valley, which aims to test renewable energy technologies and promote energy resilience in Europe, showcasing the potential for sustainable development and innovation in the energy sector. The collaborative effort across borders signifies a step towards a cleaner and greener future for energy production and consumption in Europe.