Engie and Equinor's H2BE hydrogen project in Ghent, Belgium: Latest Update

At a glance

The feasibility study for the 1 GW H2BE hydrogen project in Ghent, Belgium has been completed. ENGIE and Equinor have decided to sign a joint development agreement to progress the project to the next phase and aim for concept selection in 2023. The project has received interest from over 20 potential hydrogen off-takers and has received support from investment funds and authorities in Belgium.

The feasibility study of the 1 GW H2BE hydrogen project, which assessed the technical and economic suitability of a potential location at Engie’s site at Rodenhuize in Ghent (Belgium), has been completed.

ENGIE and Equinor have decided to sign a joint development agreement (JDA), progress H2BE to the next development phase and further mature towards concept selection in 2023.

Last year, more than 20 potential hydrogen off-takers expressed interest in H2BE, which has also received letters of support from investment funds and authorities in Belgium.