Sustainable Mining with Green Hydrogen : Enel Green Power

EGP claims hydrogen to play a big role in decarbonization of mining industry; can be used to forge green minerals;

Here’s an article posted  in Enel Green Power.

According to the article,

• Green hydrogen is a clean and sustainable energy source with enormous potential in the mining sector.
• Enel Green Power is committed to helping the mining industry become more sustainable by offering renewable energy solutions.
• Green hydrogen can be produced sustainably and in ever-greater quantities, contributing to the energy transition.
• The combination of green hydrogen and mines presents an exciting opportunity for the mining industry to transition to a more sustainable future.

Enel Green Power’s green hydrogen production facility in Chile is an extraordinary example of how they impact the mining industry. Here are some facts about the facility:

1. First Industrial-Scale Production Plant:
   • The facility is Chile’s first industrial-scale production plant of green hydrogen, indicating a significant milestone in the country’s green hydrogen development.
2. Capacity and Location:
   • The plant is located at Cabo Negro north of Punta Arenas and has a capacity of 1.25 MW, which will produce green hydrogen through electrolysis powered by a 3.4 MW wind turbine.
3. Partnerships and Support:
   • Enel Green Power is working with AME and Siemens Energy on this project, and the Chilean government has also provided support through its national hydrogen strategy.
4. Renewable Energy Source:
   • The facility will use wind power to produce renewable hydrogen, leveraging Chile’s exceptional wind resources to reduce costs and enhance eco-friendliness.
5. Global Significance:
   • The project is part of a larger initiative to develop e-fuels on an industrial scale, with Porsche as a key partner. This makes it a significant step towards a global transition to cleaner energy.
6. Government Support:
   • The project has received support from the Chilean government, which aims to close all coal-fired power stations by 2040 and promote rapid investment in renewable energy.

These facts highlight the significance of Enel’s green hydrogen production facility in Chile, which is poised to play a crucial role in the country’s energy transition and the global shift towards cleaner energy sources.

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