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Hydrogen

Hyoffwind

Client:
Parkwind
Location:
Belgium
Year:
2020 - 2023
Key project data
Rated power:
37 MVA
Voltage:
36 kV
Contributors
Stijn Hendrix
Director & Senior Engineer

Introduction

Hyoffwind marks a pioneering endeavor, set to become a 37 MVA hydrogen production facility situated in the port of Zeebrugge. Enersynt, acting as the lead electrical engineer on behalf of Parkwind, at the time a subsidiary of the project developer Virya, played a crucial role in bringing this innovative project to the next stages of development.

Project background

Hyoffwind represents one of Belgium's first large-scale power-to-gas facilities, aimed at converting renewable electricity into green hydrogen. Coupled with the development of hydrogen infrastructure, this project promises to significantly contribute to Belgium's and Europe's green hydrogen ambitions. By harnessing renewable energy sources, Hyoffwind aims to pave the way for a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy and mobility landscape.

Role of Enersynt

Enersynt took on the role of lead electrical engineer for the project developer, overseeing various critical aspects of Hyoffwind's development:

  • Conducting a comprehensive techno-economic assessment of the green hydrogen plant, with a specific focus on the high voltage and low voltage electrical systems.
  • Evaluating tender submissions for the design and realizations of the hydrogen plant, including the seamless integration with the existing infrastructure.
  • Assessing the basic design of all electrical systems, performed by the main contractor, as well as related control, protection, and telecom systems.
  • Facilitating communication and collaboration with the Belgian transmission system operator Elia, particularly concerning the grid connection, ancillary services, and the construction of a new 36 kV Elia substation on the project site.

Conclusion

Hyoffwind represents a milestone in Belgium's journey towards a green hydrogen economy. Despite numerous technical, economical, and permitting challenges, the expertise and dedication of all project members involved were instrumental in bringing Hyoffwind one step closer to becoming one of the region's first utility scale green hydrogen production facilities.

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