King Willem-Alexander Opens Major Green Hydrogen Facility
Netherlands, Monday, 5 May 2025.
On May 4, 2025, King Willem-Alexander inaugurated a green hydrogen plant in Oude-Tonge, Netherlands. The plant will annually produce 160,000 kg of clean hydrogen, reinforcing Dutch renewable energy efforts.
State-of-the-Art Technology
The facility, developed by Van Kessel Group, features a 1 MW electrolyzer supplied by German manufacturer Enapter, incorporating advanced alkaline electrolysis technology [1]. The production process will be powered by solar panels installed on the station’s canopies, ensuring a completely renewable energy cycle [1]. The location in Oude-Tonge, strategically positioned at the junction of N59 and N215 roads, will serve multiple sectors including mobility, construction, and industrial applications [1].
Infrastructure Integration
This facility represents the Van Kessel Group’s second hydrogen production location, complementing their existing operations which include three hydrogen refueling stations and the Hysolar electrolyzer in Nieuwegein [1]. The project has secured crucial financial backing through the Dutch government’s OWE support program for large-scale renewable hydrogen production [1]. Construction is scheduled over the next six months, with full operations expected to commence in early 2026 [1].
Regional Impact and Future Outlook
The timing of this inauguration is particularly significant as it coincides with broader developments in Dutch hydrogen infrastructure. The ACM (Authority for Consumers & Markets) recently highlighted challenges in hydrogen transport network development, with Gasunie estimating that network costs may double while expected volumes could decrease to 1-1.5 GW by 2030, compared to the previously projected 4 GW [2]. This new facility’s development aligns with the government’s strategy to maintain affordable hydrogen infrastructure through direct subsidies and loan guarantees [2].