Uniper Selects Electric Hydrogen for Electrolysis Project

Uniper has chosen Electric Hydrogen as its exclusive partner for the design of a 200-megawatt (MW) electrolysis facility for the "Green Wilhelmshaven" project in northern Germany. Electric Hydrogen commenced initial work in October 2024 as part of a Pre-Front-End Engineering Design ("Pre-FEED") study for the project.

The "Green Wilhelmshaven" project consists of two major initiatives: a large-scale electrolysis facility to produce green hydrogen and an import terminal for ammonia. The electrolyzer will be built on the site of Uniper's former coal-fired power plant in Wilhelmshaven. The ammonia import terminal is planned adjacent to northern Wilhelmshaven's first LNG terminal, operated by a Uniper subsidiary.

Together, the two projects could meet a substantial portion of Germany's projected demand for green hydrogen. Both facilities will be connected via pipelines to the hydrogen core network and hydrogen storage facilities in northern Germany. With the "Green Wilhelmshaven" projects, Uniper aims to transform Wilhelmshaven into a central hub for green hydrogen in Germany. This goal is supported by the "Project of Common Interest" (PCI) status granted to both projects.

The large-scale electrolysis facility will use renewable electricity from wind farms to produce green hydrogen for industrial customers. Green hydrogen plays a critical role in achieving climate neutrality, particularly for sectors such as chemicals, steel, shipping, and aviation.

"Uniper is committed to actively advancing Germany's and Europe's decarbonization efforts. Our hydrogen project in Wilhelmshaven is a cornerstone of our plans to shape the energy transition. We are delighted to begin the Pre-FEED work on this project with Electric Hydrogen. With Electric Hydrogen, we have found a partner who understands our goals and supports our vision. Uniper aims to be a reliable partner for policymakers, industry, and society in ensuring Europe’s energy supply is secure, affordable, and increasingly green," said Susanne Thöle, Director of Hydrogen at Uniper.