MOL Group, a leading Central Eastern European oil and gas company, has begun producing green hydrogen in Hungary. The 10MW plant at its Százhalombatta refinery is powered by renewable energy. It aims to replace some of the refinery’s grey hydrogen use and significantly reduce its carbon footprint.
Plug Power Electrolyser System to Produce 1,600 Tonnes of Green Hydrogen Annually
The $24.4 million project, fully funded by MOL, features a state-of-the-art Plug Power electrolyser system. This system is expected to produce around 1,600 tonnes of green hydrogen per year. It is a significant step towards sustainable energy production in the region.
MOL Group to Cut 25,000 Tonnes of CO2 Emissions Annually
By replacing grey hydrogen, which accounts for one-sixth of the group’s CO2 emissions, with green hydrogen, MOL aims to reduce its carbon dioxide emissions by more than 25,000 tonnes annually at the Százhalombatta refinery. This aligns with the company’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its environmental impact.
First New Greenfield Production Unit at Százhalombatta Refinery in 20 Years
According to MOL’s VP Adam Horvarth, the 10MW plant is the first new greenfield production unit at the Százhalombatta refinery in the last two decades. This milestone showcases MOL’s dedication to investing in clean energy and modernizing its facilities.
MOL Group Plans Similar Plants in Bratislava and Rijeka
Following the successful start of hydrogen production at the Százhalombatta refinery, MOL Group plans to establish similar plants in Bratislava, Slovakia, and Rijeka, Croatia.
- The Bratislava plant will be another step towards MOL’s goal of reducing its carbon footprint. It will also increase the use of renewable energy in its operations.
- The Rijeka plant, a joint venture between MOL’s subsidiary and the Croatian state-owned company INA, is expected to start operations in 2026. It will use a 10MW PEM electrolyser system from California-based Ohmium.
As MOL Group continues to invest in green hydrogen production, it is taking significant strides towards a more sustainable future for the Central and Eastern European energy sector.
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