Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and a fundamental component of all life. It is an important energy source for our future. If it is produced from renewable energies, so-called “green hydrogen” is created – without any harmful emissions.
In Saarland, we are turning hydrogen into something big. It helps us to reduce CO₂ emissions and create a clean energy supply. With hydrogen, Saarland companies can develop new products and secure jobs. Hydrogen also makes it possible to store and transport surplus green energy.
Saarland is already an important location for research and development of hydrogen technologies. The dense network of universities, research facilities and institutes ensures that our region is always at the forefront of the latest technologies.
Find out here how hydrogen is securing our energy future in Saarland.
Energy carrier for renewable energies: Hydrogen is a key component in the integration of renewable energies into the energy system. By converting wind and solar energy into hydrogen, the energy can be stored and used as required for industrial applications, to generate electricity or as a fuel for vehicles. This contributes to a reduction in emissions from industry, the stabilisation of the energy system and the promotion of a sustainable power supply.
Hydrogen: Hydrogen is the most common element in the universe. It is seen as a promising energy carrier to help us achieve a sustainable future. Using renewable energy sources, emission-free green hydrogen is produced that can replace fossil fuels in various applications.
Production by electrolysis: Hydrogen can be produced by electrolysis. In this process, water is split into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity.
Use in the steel industry: Hydrogen shows its potential as a clean fuel in the steel industry, where it can be used as an alternative reducing agent for coal and gas. The use of hydrogen can replace conventional processes that cause CO2 emissions, thereby reducing the environmental impact of steel production.
Transport and storage: After production, hydrogen must be transported and stored safely to ensure its availability. This is done using pipelines, tank systems and hydrogen storage facilities.
Hydrogen Production
Electrolysis projects are underway in Dillingen, Perl, and Fenne. Through the pipeline network “mosaHYc,” we also participate in projects in France. Futher projects are currently in the development stage.
Distribution
The Grande Région Hydrogen connects producers and consumers on the German and French sides via “mosaHYc,” laying the foundation for future integration into the European core network.
Applications
In Saarland, the steel industry is the largest single user, but there is also significant potential in small and medium-sized enterprises. Other possible uses include mobility, heating, and the energy sector.
Energy Storage
The significant increase in renewable energy production necessitates the ability to store surplus energy.
Hydrogen projects in Saarland
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