Nel will deliver a MC250 containerised PEM electrolyser to the US city of St. Cloud, to begin producing green hydrogen at a wastewater treatment facility.
The Minnesota city will begin producing hydrogen from solar power and biogas generated by the treatment process in 2025. H2 View understands the fuel will then be used for onsite heating and power and stored when excess renewable energy is generated.
The project could also investigate the potential of capturing oxygen for use in the wastewater treatment facility’s aeration system.
Currently, St. Cloud produces “three times as much energy as it consumes as a municipality.” The city’s aim is to become carbon neutral for its electrical use in 2028 and carbon neutral for electrical, building heat, and transportation in 2038.
“In the future, the whole community of St. Cloud will use renewable hydrogen to decarbonise a wide range of sectors,” explained the city’s Public Services Director, Tracy Hodel.
“Forging a path to a cleaner future, this innovative green hydrogen project stands as a bold testament to our community’s commitment to decarbonising the energy and transportation sectors.
“It’s not just about embracing new technology; it’s about daring to lead with courage and vision to make a difference for tomorrow’s future.”
Last year, Nel announced it would expand its PEM electrolyser manufacturing facility in Connecticut, US, after it reached a final investment decision (FID).
Read more:Nel to expand PEM electrolyser production at Connecticut, US facility
The $25.1m expansion brought the facility’s production capacity towards 500MW, which it plans to achieve next year.
