Swiss renewable energy producer Axpo will work alongside French energy investor ENEGO to explore the potential of a 100 megawatt (MW) green hydrogen plant in Sicily.
With both firms having signed a cooperation agreement, the project is planned to be built in the Priolo-Augusta industrial complex on the island’s east coast and will lead to the creation of a ‘hydrogen valley’ running between Catania and Siracusa.
According to the partners, it will be possible to expand the plant’s capacity up to 300 MW, depending on demand.
Commenting on the project, Guy Buhler, Head of Hydrogen at Axpo, said, “This project is important for decarbonisation in the region, and especially in the Priolo-August district, which includes an industrial site of national importance.”
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