Offshore reuse of gas infrastructure for hydrogen
Strategic reuse of existing infrastructure in the North Sea
The document "Offshore Reuse Potential for Existing Gas Infrastructure in a Hydrogen Supply Chain" is investigating how existing offshore gas pipelines, platforms, and compressor stations can be used for a future hydrogen system. By reusing infrastructure, the energy transition can be accelerated and cost savings achieved.
Key insights
Technical potential
The study shows that a significant portion of the offshore gas pipelines in the North Sea are technically suitable for hydrogen transport with limited adjustments.
Economic benefits
Reusing existing infrastructure is significantly cheaper than new construction and reduces the environmental impact.
Policy recommendations
There is a need for an accelerated regulatory framework and investment strategies that enable this potential to be harnessed within European hydrogen projects.
Regional role of Northwest Europe
The Netherlands, together with other North Sea countries, has a key position to develop an integrated hydrogen network using existing offshore assets.
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