H2Heat Newsletter December

Stargate Hydrogen: Recognized as a Hero of Hydrogen 2024

We are excited to announce that Stargate Hydrogen, one of H2Heat’s technical partners has been honored as one of Hydrogen Europe’s Heroes of Hydrogen 2024. This prestigious accolade celebrates outstanding organizations in the hydrogen industry. Stargate Hydrogen joins a distinguished group, including Daimler Truck AG, Port of Rotterdam, and Fincantieri.

Stargate Hydrogen’s achievements are driven by its pioneering focus on advancing water electrolysis technology—a cornerstone of clean hydrogen production. The company has successfully developed solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and expand the feasibility of hydrogen production on a global scale.

Key Highlights: Hydrogen Production Conventional vs. Clean Solutions

Conventional Production: Over 95% of Europe’s hydrogen production is still fossil-fuel based. Despite a slight decline in total capacity, the production landscape remains dominated by traditional methods.

Clean Hydrogen: Emerging technologies like water electrolysis and reforming with carbon capture represent just 0.9% of production capacity. Electrolysis projects have doubled their installed capacity, now reaching nearly 400 MWel by late 2024.

Spotlight on Electrolysis Expansion

Countries such as Norway and Germany are leading the way, with flagship projects like:

Norway’s 24 MWel electrolyser at Yara’s ammonia production site, Europe’s largest operational system.

Germany’s Trailblazer 20 MWel electrolyser, setting benchmarks for future deployments.

📊 Industry Insight: Europe saw a 43% increase in hydrogen use for mobility in 2023, driven by a doubling of hydrogen-fueled truck fleets. Passenger cars continue to dominate the FCEV market, with 5,939 vehicles now registered.

The Heart of H2HEAT: Green Hydrogen Production

H2Heat construction remains on track to begin in the second half of 2025, supported by growing public and private investments. One of the standout elements of the H2HEAT project is its approach to hydrogen production. Partner Stargate Hydrogen’s 1MW electrolyser is at the forefront of this initiative. This isn’t your typical electrolyser—it features groundbreaking ceramics-based electrode materials. What does this mean? Simply put, it achieves high efficiency at a lower cost, making green hydrogen more accessible and practical for large-scale use.

Innovation in Cogeneration Technology

The University Maternal and Children’s Island Hospital (CHUIMI) is going to be the flagship facility in this project. Why? It will be heated using a cutting-edge hydrogen-powered cogeneration (H2-CHP) system designed by 2G Solutions, a global leader in this technology. This isn’t just any system. 2G’s technology can generate heat efficiently and sustainably, proving that hydrogen can be the backbone of reliable and eco-friendly hospital infrastructure.

Full Digital Control and Management Systems

The H2HEAT project isn’t stopping at producing and using hydrogen. It aims to bring digital innovations to the table with an overarching control system that manages hydrogen production, energy management systems (EMS), demand management (DMS), and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition). This digital backbone is essential for ensuring that energy supply meets demand efficiently, reducing waste and optimising performance. For these solutions, we have Neodyne.

A Blueprint for the Future

H2HEAT aims to be more than a one-off project; it’s positioned to become a replicable model for using green hydrogen as a direct heating alternative, not just in the Canary Islands but potentially across Europe. The focus on reducing the total cost of ownership (TCO) for H2 fuel consumers adds to its appeal, making it a viable option for widespread commercial adoption.

Breaking Down Barriers

Previous projects have shown that technology isn’t always the main obstacle when it comes to implementing green hydrogen solutions. Often, the biggest barrier is low awareness among stakeholders. To combat this, H2HEAT is committed to full Quadruple Helix engagement—bringing together industry, research, government, and civil society to not only inform but engage and collaborate in co-creating solutions. This strategic approach ensures that stakeholders see the benefits and understand their roles in making hydrogen a mainstream energy source.

Towards a Hydrogen-Driven Future

H2HEAT represents an exciting, tangible step toward a cleaner future. With strong collaboration, cutting-edge technology, and a focus on holistic integration, this project is more than just a demonstration—it’s a statement that green hydrogen can be a practical and sustainable solution for essential energy needs.

Annual General Meeting (AGM) – May 2025

H2Heat Consortium is planning an AGM for May 2025!

More information will be available in the following months.

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