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Shell to build renewable hydrogen electrolyser in Germany

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🗞️ Driving the news: Shell announced plans to build a 100-megawatt renewable hydrogen electrolyser at its Rheinland refinery in Germany, scheduled to begin operations in 2027
• This facility aims to produce up to 44,000 kilograms of renewable hydrogen per day, helping to decarbonize the refinery's operations

🔭 The context: This is Shell's second hydrogen electrolyser project in Europe, following the ongoing construction of a 200-megawatt plant in the Netherlands
• The initiative is part of Shell's broader strategy to transition towards low-carbon energy, despite recent setbacks in other renewable projects

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: Renewable hydrogen is a key technology for reducing industrial carbon emissions, particularly in energy-intensive sectors
• By expanding its hydrogen production capacity, Shell contributes to Europe's broader decarbonization goals

⏭️ What's next: As demand for renewable hydrogen grows, Shell's investment in hydrogen infrastructure is expected to play a significant role in supporting industrial decarbonization
• The company's broader low-carbon investment strategy includes a budget of $10 billion to $15 billion for 2023-2025

💬 One quote: "In the longer term, renewable hydrogen from the project could be directly supplied to help lower industrial emissions in the region as customer demand evolves." — Shell statement

📈 One stat: Shell invested $5.6 billion in low-carbon energy in 2023, accounting for around 23% of its overall capital spending

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