Hydrogen pipeline in Lausitz: the key to the energy transition!

Hydrogen pipeline in Lausitz: the key to the energy transition!

The energy transition is a big topic that affects us all. A hotly debated project is currently being promoted in Lusatia: the establishment of a hydrogen pipeline system. But how important are these pipelines really for the implementation of the energy transition? The electrolysis and the transport of green hydrogen prove to be crucial for the success of these efforts, such as the LR online explained.

Currently around 55 terawatt hours (TWH) are used in Germany every year, which only makes up for about 2 percent of the total energy consumption. The majority of this hydrogen consists of gray hydrogen, which is made of fossil fuels such as natural gas. However, future forecasts of the Federal Ministry of Education and Research (BMBF) show increasing demand; By 2030, consumption could increase to 90 to 110 TWH. Germany plans to produce 14 TWH green hydrogen itself and to close the gap through imports, especially from countries with favorable conditions for renewable energies such as southern Europe and Africa.

A hot topic remains the transport of hydrogen. With its low density and high volume, it represents a logistical challenge. Either hydrogen is transported under high pressure of 700 bar or at extremely low temperatures of –253 degrees Celsius, which increases the energy costs. An alternative solution could be the conversion into green ammonia; This can be transported at –33 degrees Celsius and could either be transformed back into hydrogen in Germany or used in the chemical industry and for energy generation.

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