The Danish Environmental Agency has granted approval for the HØST PtX Esbjerg project, developed by Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP). This approval includes the environmental impact assessment necessary for the facility’s development, allowing CIP to proceed with plans to install up to 1 GW of electrolyser capacity in Esbjerg for the generation of sustainable green fuels, particularly hydrogen.
Commitment to Decarbonization
David Dupont-Mouritzen, Project Director of HØST PtX Esbjerg, stated that these approvals validate CIP’s commitment to decarbonizing hard-to-electrify sectors. He emphasized the long-term potential of large-scale Power-to-X projects in Denmark, which are crucial for the country’s energy transition.
Key Project Milestones
The HØST project aims to develop domestic hydrogen infrastructure to facilitate the export of green hydrogen to the European market, especially Germany. The project has already achieved several significant milestones:
- Land Acquisition: Large areas of land have been secured for the future plant.
- Green Power Access: A grid connection agreement has been signed with Energinet to ensure access to renewable energy.
- Water Supply: Access to water has been secured through a nearby wastewater treatment plant operated by DIN Forsyning.
Production Goals
Once operational, HØST PtX Esbjerg is expected to produce between 120,000 and 140,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually. This hydrogen will primarily serve industries such as chemicals, steel, and refining, with a significant portion destined for the German market.
Next Steps
CIP plans to closely monitor the project’s development and work towards making a Final Investment Decision (FID) to commence construction of the plant.
Learn more:
- Danish HØST PtX Esbjerg project gains ground – Offshore Energy
- Ground News – CIP’s Green Hydrogen Project in Esbjerg Gets Environmental Approvals
- H2 Energy’s 1 GW PtX receives environmental approval (Denmark) | Enerdata
