Green Hydrogen Development & Investment
WHT Energy is pioneering Romania’s first large-scale green hydrogen initiative, integrating renewable energy with electrolysis to produce clean fuel for industrial and transport applications. This pioneering initiative positions Romania on the global hydrogen economy map and contributes to achieving carbon neutrality goals.
Pioneering Green Hydrogen Project
Project Technical Specifications
20–25 MW PEM Electrolyzer
Utilizing cutting-edge proton exchange membrane electrolysis technology to produce high-purity hydrogen.
4,000 kg/day Production Capacity
Producing commercial quantities of green hydrogen meeting local market needs.
10 Tons of Hydrogen Storage
Advanced storage systems ensuring continuous and reliable supply.
€50 Million Investment
Massive investment supported by European funding and strategic partnerships.
Integration with Renewable Energy
- Complete Sustainability: Using entirely renewable energy sources in the production process.
- Economic Efficiency: Optimizing use of excess renewable energy during peak periods.
- Reliability: Ensuring continuous supply through diversification of energy sources.
- Cost Control: Reducing production costs through smart integration with the energy grid.
Diverse Applications and Uses
Industrial Feedstock for Heavy Industries
- Steel Industry: Providing green hydrogen as an alternative to coal in steel production processes, reducing emissions by up to 95%.
- Ammonia Production: Using hydrogen in green ammonia production for fertilizers and industrial applications.
- Petrochemical Industries: Providing clean raw material for petrochemical and chemical industries.
- Oil Refining: Using green hydrogen in refining processes to reduce carbon footprint.
Fuel for Zero-Emission Transport
- Heavy Transport: Developing hydrogen solutions for trucks, buses, and trains.
- Maritime Transport: Exploring hydrogen use in ships and ferries.
- Aviation: Researching hydrogen applications in civil and commercial aviation.
- Private Vehicles: Developing hydrogen refueling station network for private vehicles.
Gas Blending in National Pipelines
- Hydrogen Blending: Capability to blend hydrogen with natural gas up to 20% in the national network.
- Infrastructure Upgrades: Working with grid operators to upgrade pipelines and equipment.
- Safety Standards: Implementing highest safety standards in transport and distribution operations.
- Regulation and Compliance: Working with regulatory bodies to establish blending and safety standards.
Long-Duration and Seasonal Energy Storage
- Seasonal Storage: Using hydrogen to store excess renewable energy during peak seasons.
- Grid Balancing: Contributing to electrical grid stability through energy storage.
- Energy Security: Enhancing national energy security through energy source diversification.
- Grid Flexibility: Providing additional flexibility to the electrical grid during high demand periods.
Advanced Technologies and Innovation
Electrolysis Technologies
PEM Electrolyzers
Using cutting-edge proton exchange membrane technology for high efficiency.
Smart Control
Advanced control systems optimizing operational efficiency and reducing costs.
Advanced Cooling
Innovative cooling systems improving electrolyzer performance.
Heat Management
Utilizing generated heat in other processes to improve overall efficiency.
Storage and Transport Technologies
High-Pressure Storage
High-pressure tanks ensuring safe and efficient hydrogen storage.
Liquid Storage
Hydrogen liquefaction technologies for long-term storage and transport.
Pipeline Transport
Developing dedicated pipeline network for hydrogen transport.
Specialized Carriers
Using specialized carriers for safe hydrogen transport.
Strategic Partnerships and Collaboration
Industrial Partnerships
Steel Companies
Collaboration with Romanian and European steel companies to develop green hydrogen solutions.
Chemical Companies
Partnerships with chemical companies to develop hydrogen applications.
Transport Companies
Cooperation with transport and logistics companies to develop clean transport solutions.
Utilities
Partnerships with utilities to develop storage and balancing solutions.
Academic and Research Collaboration
- Romanian Universities: Collaboration with Romanian universities in research and development.
- European Research Centers: Partnerships with European research centers specialized in hydrogen.
- Exchange Programs: Knowledge and experience exchange programs with international institutions.
- Training and Development: Specialized training programs to develop local workforce.
Economics and Financial Viability
Business Model
Long-Term Purchase Contracts
Long-term purchase agreements with industrial customers.
Green Certificates of Origin
Obtaining green certificates of origin for added value.
Carbon Credits
Selling certified carbon credits in global markets.
Government Support
Leveraging government and European support programs.
Financial Analysis
12-18%
Return on Investment
Achieving attractive returns ranging from 12-18% long-term.
8-12
Payback Period
Payback period ranging from 8-12 years depending on application.
Environmental and Social Impact
Environmental Benefits
- Emission Reduction: Reducing carbon dioxide emissions by hundreds of thousands of tons annually.
- Air Quality Improvement: Contributing to air quality improvement in industrial areas.
- Resource Conservation: Reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels.
- Biodiversity: Reducing impact on biodiversity compared to traditional fuels.
Social Benefits
Job Creation
Providing thousands of direct and indirect employment opportunities.
Skills Development
Training programs to develop local workforce skills.
Regional Development
Contributing to economic development of rural areas.
Technical Innovation
Technology transfer and local capacity development.
Challenges and Solutions
Technical Challenges
- Electrolysis Efficiency: Developing more efficient technologies to reduce energy consumption.
- Production Costs: Working to reduce production costs to achieve competitiveness.
- Infrastructure: Developing necessary infrastructure for transport and distribution.
- Safety Standards: Establishing and implementing strict safety standards for hydrogen handling.
Innovative Solutions
- Research and Development: Continuous investment in R&D to improve technologies.
- Technical Partnerships: Collaboration with global leading companies in hydrogen technologies.
- Innovative Financing: Developing innovative financing mechanisms to support projects.
- Supportive Policies: Working with government to establish supportive policies for hydrogen economy.
Future Vision
Expansion and Growth
Increased Production Capacity
Plans to increase production capacity to 100 MW by 2030.
Geographic Expansion
Entering new markets in Eastern and Central Europe.
Application Diversification
Developing new applications for green hydrogen.
Continuous Innovation
Investment in next-generation hydrogen technologies.
Contribution to National and European Goals
- Romanian Hydrogen Strategy: Contributing to achieving national hydrogen strategy goals.
- European Green Deal: Supporting European Union carbon neutrality goals.
- REPowerEU: Contributing to REPowerEU plan to reduce dependence on Russian energy.
- European Hydrogen: Participating in European and global hydrogen initiatives.
