BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) has started construction of a plant in Budenheim, Germany, dedicated to the production of green hydrogen and fuel cell components. Located near Frankfurt, this plant will produce innovative catalyst-coated membranes (CCMs) with a low iridium loading, specifically designed for water electrolysis using proton exchange membrane (PEM) technology.
In addition, Celtec® membrane electrode assemblies (MEA) will be manufactured for high-temperature fuel cells, which are essential for the efficient conversion of hydrogen and oxygen into electricity.
ECMS strengthens its global presence with the construction of hydrogen plant
The scope of ECMS’s hydrogen business is global, spanning Europe, North America and Asia. With the advancement of the renewable energy ecosystem, the production of green hydrogen is expected to green hydrogen electrolysis of water is expected to establish itself as an essential underpinning for the energy transition.
The new plant will facilitate the commercial launch of MCCs capable of supporting multi-gigawatt PEM electrolyzers for international markets. This investment strengthens ECMS’ position in precious metals handling, catalysts and recycling, offering integrated, full-cycle solutions for various applications within the green hydrogen sector.
Tim Ingle, senior vice president of Precious Metals Recycling and Services at ECMS, highlighted the importance of this plant in the company’s overall hydrogen strategy. “This investment strengthens our commitment to the growing hydrogen economy through circular solutions that optimize performance and reduce costs associated with PEM electrolyzers and fuel cells,” he explained.
Key plant progress and forecasts
Additionally, Saeed Alerasool, senior vice president of R&D and applications at ECMS, highlighted the successful transition of the new products from the research and development phase to the pilot phase.“Production in Budenheim not only marks a breakthrough in bringing these products to market, but also puts us in a favorable position to capitalize on this significant business opportunity,” Alerasool said.
The plant is scheduled to open in the summer of 2025. . Located on a major industrial estate in the heart of Europe, the Budenheim plant is being developed in collaboration with Trigona Fuel Cell Components GmbH and Grundstücksverwaltung Rheinufer GmbH & Co. KG, further consolidating its influence in the Rhein-Main metropolitan region.
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Source: energyglobal
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