LONDON (ICIS)–Four transmission system operators (TSOs) have published statements in support of political alignment for the development of the southern hydrogen corridor “SoutH2-Corridor”, which will connect North Africa with Italy, Austria and Germany for hydrogen transportation via pipeline. The corridor holds a capacity of 4 million tonnes/year of hydrogen, the equivalent of 133.2TWh/year, which will reach Italy, Austria, and Germany via North Africa. These volumes could reduce supply tightness over the upcoming period by ensuring hydrogen demand will be met. Repurposing gas infrastructure for hydrogen transport can help ensure supply tightness for renewables is reduced across key European hubs. Gasunie and Thyssengas also announced plans for a 400km north-south hydrogen corridor to be built by 2028 through a combination of converting existing transport lines coupled with new infrastructure.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 09, 2023 16:01 UTC