Shell has concluded the final investment decision to advance REFHYNE II, a 100 MW renewable PEM hydrogen electrolyser at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park Rheinland in Germany. Using renewable electricity, REFHYNE II is expected to produce up to 44,000 kg of renewable hydrogen daily to partially decarbonise site operations, with the electrolyser scheduled to commence operations in 2027.
Furthermore, hydrogen produced by REFHYNE II will be used at the Shell Energy and Chemicals Park to produce energy products like low-carbon transport fuels, potentially reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions at the facility. This renewable hydrogen could also be supplied directly to help cut industrial emissions in the region.
REFHYNE II builds on the success of the 10 MW REFHYNE I, which began operations in 2021 with similar technology. The project will leverage the experience of Shell, ITM, and Linde in developing and operating renewable hydrogen projects in Europe.
In March 2024, Shell approved Verdagy’s eDynamic electrolyzers for its green hydrogen projects. After a thorough safety review and technology assessment, Shell confirmed the 20 MW eDynamic Electrolysis system as a foundation for future large-scale renewable hydrogen installations, starting at 100 MW.
