Flexiliser: Revolutionizing Agriculture with Green Hydrogen
Rotterdam, Friday, 4 April 2025.
Using green hydrogen, Flexiliser aims to aid Dutch farmers in overcoming manure disposal challenges while enhancing productivity through sustainable energy integration and collaboration with ROM InWest.
Innovative Approach to Agricultural Sustainability
Founded in 2022, Flexiliser represents a groundbreaking initiative in the agritech sector, developed by three enterprising entrepreneurs who identified a crucial intersection between sustainable energy and agricultural challenges [1]. The company’s innovative solution addresses one of the most pressing issues facing Dutch farmers today: the management of manure disposal costs while simultaneously tackling nitrogen emissions [1].
Technical Innovation and Implementation
The core technology developed by Flexiliser centers on a sophisticated manure acidification process, combined with their proprietary ‘Flexi-booster’ enhancement system. This dual approach not only reduces ammonia and nitrogen emissions but also improves soil quality, enabling farmers to utilize their own sustainable manure effectively on their land [1]. Working in collaboration with TNO, Adverio Waste Systems, and a dairy farmer, Flexiliser is currently in the process of designing and constructing their first manure acidification installation, with plans for operational deployment within the next 1-2 years [1].
Strategic Partnership and Growth
In early 2024, Flexiliser formed a strategic alliance with ROM InWest, a regional development company that has proven instrumental in the project’s advancement [1]. Under the guidance of senior business developer Stef Mellema, the company has gained access to a network of progressive farmers and valuable subsidy opportunities [1]. This partnership has been particularly significant as the agricultural sector faces ongoing transitions, with current inflation rates at 3.7% as of March 2025 affecting operational costs [5].
Future Outlook and Market Impact
The long-term vision of Flexiliser extends beyond immediate manure management solutions. The company aims to establish a decentralized production system for green hydrogen, ammonia, and nitric acid directly on farmland [1]. Through participation in the Business Innovation Program Food (BIPF), Flexiliser has refined its understanding of dairy farmers’ needs and concerns, positioning itself to address both environmental challenges and agricultural productivity [1]. Operating within the broader context of ROM InWest’s commitment to sustainable innovation [3], Flexiliser represents a significant step forward in the Netherlands’ agricultural technology sector.