Revolutionizing Europe's Energy Landscape with Floating Ammonia-to-Hydrogen Innovation
Key Ideas
  • Wärtsilä Gas Solutions and Höegh Evi have developed the world's first floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, revolutionizing industrial-scale hydrogen production at floating import terminals.
  • The modular cracker is designed for Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs) and Floating Hydrogen Terminals, offering high scalability and the capacity to deliver up to 210,000 tonnes of hydrogen per year.
  • Supported by Norway's Green Platform Programme, this project aligns with Europe's goal to import 10 million tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually by 2030, offering a sustainable solution for hydrogen transport and storage challenges.
  • Ammonia's suitability for global logistics due to its liquid form allows for efficient transport to be converted back into hydrogen at the destination, ensuring a stable energy supply and contributing to the energy transition.
Wärtsilä Gas Solutions and Höegh Evi have successfully developed the world's first floating cracker technology capable of converting ammonia to hydrogen directly at floating import terminals, marking a significant advancement in the global energy transition. This innovative ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker, designed with a modular architecture, can seamlessly integrate into Floating Storage and Regasification Units (FSRUs) and dedicated Floating Hydrogen Terminals, with a remarkable capacity of producing up to 210,000 tonnes of hydrogen annually. The project, backed by Norway's Green Platform Programme, received substantial funding and was constructed at the Sustainable Energy Norwegian Catapult Center in Stord, Norway. The collaboration between Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, Höegh Evi, and key partners like BASF SE, the Institute for Energy Technology, and the University of South-East Norway has been instrumental in achieving this milestone. The development of the floating ammonia-to-hydrogen cracker is viewed as a game-changer for Europe's hydrogen economy, unlocking the full potential of global green hydrogen value chains and ensuring a reliable and clean energy supply for European industries within this decade. With the support from Innovation Norway, this project aligns with national goals towards green energy initiatives. As part of the EU's REPowerEU strategy, the technology is crucial for Europe's ambition to import 10 million tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually by 2030, providing a scalable and immediate solution for large-scale hydrogen imports. By addressing the challenges of hydrogen storage and transport through the use of ammonia, this innovation contributes to building a resilient and flexible energy infrastructure for the future. The ability to convert ammonia back into hydrogen efficiently at the destination enhances the stability of the energy supply and aids in the energy transition to a more sustainable future.
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