SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 18, 2024 – HydePoint, a leading provider of hydrogen production technology, and Norwegian Hydrogen, a specialist in hydrogen infrastructure, have announced a strategic partnership to develop near-shore green hydrogen projects within Europe. This collaboration aims to accelerate the production and availability of green hydrogen, contributing to the decarbonization of various industrial sectors.
Combining Expertise for a Sustainable Future
The partnership brings together the unique strengths of both companies. HydePoint will provide its innovative hydrogen production technology, specifically designed for marine environments, while Norwegian Hydrogen will contribute its expertise in the development and operation of hydrogen infrastructure.
Scaling Up Green Hydrogen Production
The initial focus of the partnership will be on developing dockside hydrogen production facilities with a capacity of 10-40MW. These near-shore projects will serve as a stepping stone towards larger-scale offshore hydrogen production, potentially integrated with offshore wind farms.
The companies have outlined a clear vision for scaling their operations:
"within a two or three-year timeframe, whilst laying the foundation for large-scale, offshore wind-integrated hydrogen ventures in the next phase."
A Shared Commitment to Decarbonization
Both HydePoint and Norwegian Hydrogen are committed to driving the transition towards a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Their combined expertise and shared vision will enable them to accelerate the adoption of green hydrogen as a key enabler of decarbonization across various industries.
Leadership Perspectives
Jens Berge, CEO of Norwegian Hydrogen, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership:
"Together, we are aligning our technical expertise to fast-track projects that will contribute to the decarbonisation of a wide range of industrial segments."
Elin Steinsland, CEO of HydePoint, highlighted the strategic advantages of the collaboration:
"By combining our hydrogen technology expertise with Norwegian Hydrogen's strengths in project development and asset operation, we are well-positioned to accelerate impactful, sustainable energy solutions for various industrial sectors."
A Promising Future for Green Hydrogen
The partnership between HydePoint and Norwegian Hydrogen marks a significant step forward in the development and deployment of green hydrogen solutions. By combining their strengths and expertise, the companies are poised to make a meaningful contribution to the decarbonization of Europe's energy landscape.