Cleanergy to build Africa's first hydrogen station with onsite production
A hydrogen production plant established in Namibia will use solar energy for producing the alternative fuel onsite.
Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, a joint venture between the Ohlthaver & List Group and CMB.TECH, announced the start of construction for Africa’s first public green hydrogen refueling station.
The hydrogen production plant established in Walvis Bay, Namibia, uses solar energy for hydrogen production onsite. This innovative facility will supply hydrogen to trucks, port equipment, and railway applications.
As an integral part of this project, a Hydrogen Academy will be established to educate and train local individuals on hydrogen technology and its wide-ranging applications. The hydrogen station is expected to be fully operational by mid 2024.
The Cleanergy Solutions Namibia project includes a 10-hectare solar park with a hydrogen production facility equipped with a 5 Megawatt Proton Exchange Membrane electrolyser and a 5-Megawatt hour battery. This plant directly uses solar energy to produce hydrogen, which is then made available at the public hydrogen refueling station for trucks and heavy-duty applications.
The site is developed as a highly adaptable project that can seamlessly incorporate additional activities and technologies. This inclusive approach aligns and supports Cleanergy Solutions Namibia’s goal to empower the Namibians through upskilling initiatives.
