Bosch and Essent Partner for Green Hydrogen Testing in Deventer
Deventer, Thursday, 19 September 2024.
Bosch Thermotechniek and Essent sign a groundbreaking agreement to supply 100 tons of green hydrogen annually for durability testing of hydrogen boilers in Deventer. Starting February 2025, this collaboration marks a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions and local hydrogen network development.
Pioneering Green Hydrogen Solutions
This agreement between Bosch Thermotechniek and Essent heralds a new era of green hydrogen innovation. By delivering 100 tons of green hydrogen per year, both companies aim to conduct extensive durability tests on hydrogen boilers, an essential step towards integrating hydrogen into mainstream heating solutions. The hydrogen will be transported from Germany to Deventer using tube trailers, ensuring a steady supply for the testing center [1].
The GROHW Initiative
The partnership is part of the broader GROHW (Green Oxygen, Hydrogen, and Wasteheat) initiative, which seeks to create the world’s first local hydrogen network at a megawatt scale. This initiative will not only focus on industrial applications but also aim to reduce congestion on the local power grid by utilizing locally produced hydrogen [2].
Developing Infrastructure
Essent is actively working on a 2.5-megawatt electrolyzer at Bosch Thermotechniek’s Deventer site. Construction is set to begin in autumn 2024, with completion expected by January 2025. This facility will eventually allow for the production of green hydrogen on-site, reducing reliance on imported hydrogen and supporting local sustainability goals [3].
Strategic Importance
This collaboration is crucial for Bosch’s vision of green hydrogen as a pillar of the energy transition. According to Markus Baumeister, Director of Engineering at Nefit Bosch, a stable hydrogen network is essential for their new R&D center and hydrogen ambitions. This partnership underscores Bosch’s commitment to developing sustainable energy solutions and integrating them into residential heating systems [4].
Broader Impact
The successful implementation of this project could set a precedent for similar initiatives worldwide. By focusing on local hydrogen production and distribution, this partnership aims to create a replicable model that other regions can adopt. This aligns with the Dutch government’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions and promoting renewable energy sources [5].