OMV Petrom, an integrated energy producer in South-Eastern Europe, has announced the delivery of the first electrolyser module for the production of green hydrogen at the Petrobrazi refinery, in Romania, to be installed and connected to the power network.
This is an important milestone in the construction of the new unit that will enable the production of sustainable fuels, SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) and HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil or renewable diesel).
“Starting the delivery of the modules for the 20 MW green hydrogen capacity marks an important step in transforming the Petrobrazi refinery into the largest sustainable fuel production hub in the region, contributing at the same time to the achievement of Romania’s NRRP targets. The green hydrogen to be produced will support the production of SAF and HVO, essential fuels for low-emission mobility. The sustainable fuels unit represents a key milestone in our energy transition and commitment to contribute to the decarbonisation of transportation,” said Radu Caprau, Member of the OMV Petrom Executive Board.
The first electrolyser module has been delivered to Petrobrazi refinery, while the remaining three modules of the 20 MW project will be delivered in the following months.
The equipment is supplied by Neuman & Esser from Germany, while the site construction, unloading, fabrication of construction elements and integration of the modules within Petrobrazi refinery are being carried out by Kraftanlagen Romania in partnership with local suppliers.
The 20 MW green hydrogen plant will have the capacity to produce approximately 3000 tpy of green hydrogen to support the production of biofuels at Petrobrazi.
The project for the 20 MW green hydrogen plant benefits from around €21 million non-reimbursable funds through PNRR.