Solar and Wind to Hydrogen
15 MW PV Park and 25 MW Wind Farm – Hydrogen Production Plant – Ireland
Challenge
The project faces the intricate challenge of harmonizing the intermittent and disparate energy generation patterns of wind and solar power to ensure a consistent and efficient operation of electrolyzers. The variability inherent in these renewable sources necessitates innovative solutions to maintain steady hydrogen production. Furthermore, developing a robust local distribution network for the produced hydrogen, which meets the diverse needs of mobility and industrial sectors in Ireland, adds complexity to the project.
Solution
The feasibility study addresses these challenges through a comprehensive suite of simulations:
Technical Simulations:
- System Integration and Efficiency: Detailed simulations focus on the technical integration of PV and wind energy systems with hydrogen electrolysis units, optimizing the conversion efficiency of renewable energy into hydrogen. These technical assessments explore various electrolyzer technologies to identify those best suited for fluctuating energy inputs while maintaining high operational efficiency.
- Infrastructure Resilience: Technical models also assess the durability and resilience of energy infrastructure against Ireland’s environmental conditions, ensuring long-term system reliability.
Operational Simulations:
- Energy Management and Storage: Advanced operational simulations evaluate energy management strategies to align with the variable output of wind and solar sources. This includes the use of energy storage solutions to buffer excess energy and ensure a continuous power supply to the electrolyzers, enhancing the overall efficiency of hydrogen production.
- Distribution Network Optimization: Operational models analyze potential hydrogen distribution methods, such as pipelines or high-pressure tankers, tailored to the specific needs of local mobility and industrial applications, ensuring efficient and reliable hydrogen delivery.
Financial Simulations:
- Economic Analysis: Financial models provide a deep dive into the project’s capital and operating expenses, revenue potential from hydrogen sales, and the economic impact of deploying local distribution networks for hydrogen. These simulations also consider government incentives, subsidies, and the competitive landscape of hydrogen pricing, evaluating the project’s financial sustainability and market viability.
Project Description
Situated in Ireland, this innovative project envisions a sustainable future powered by green hydrogen, leveraging the complementary energies of a 15 MW PV park and a 25 MW wind farm. Efuelution’s feasibility study employs state-of-the-art simulations to tackle the technical, operational, and financial challenges, aiming to optimize electrolyzer performance and reduce the LCoH. The project not only seeks to enhance Ireland’s renewable energy capacity but also to establish a scalable model for local hydrogen distribution, addressing the demands of mobility and industry.
By integrating advanced technical solutions with strategic operational planning, the project aspires to catalyze a shift towards sustainable energy utilization in Ireland, marking a significant stride in the global transition to a hydrogen economy. Through meticulous analysis and innovative engineering, Efuelution’s study lays the groundwork for a green hydrogen production facility that promises economic viability, operational excellence, and a significant contribution to Ireland’s energy and environmental goals.
Project data
Client
Confidential
Systeem
Hydrogen Production Plant
Power Source
Onshore Solar and Wind Farm
Power Capacity
15 MW PV Park and 25 MW Wind Farm
Product Produced
eFuel Hydrogen
Periode
2024
Duration
2 months
Location
Ireland
Fase
Power to X – Project Simulation
Step
Step 1 Concept and Feasebility
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