The government plans to launch the tender for the 500MW offshore electrolyser in 2025
Netherlands readies subsidy for world’s first offshore wind-hydrogen tender
RWE and Vattenfall express interest in 500MW Dutch offshore electrolyser project that could use existing gas pipeline for export
The Dutch government has set aside funds to hand out subsidies in the world’s first tender to construct a 500MW offshore hydrogen electrolyser project powered exclusively by offshore wind by 2031. “It is likely that there will not be a positive financial business case yet for an investment in an offshore electrolyser and some form of government support is needed. It is still unknown how much support will be required and budget depends on budgetary proposal,” the Dutch Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy tells Hydrogen Economist. “It is too early to tell if we will enter a bid” Geerbex, Vattenfall The government plans to launch the tender for the 500MW offshore electrolyse
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