The plant will be capable of producing 3 tons of ecological hydrogen per day, enough to supply 210 thousand cars or 30 thousand buses annually.
As humanity moves towards renewable energy, the H2B2 Electrolysis Technologies The SoHyCal plant is the largest green hydrogen generation project powered exclusively by renewable energy in the United States. Located in California, the SoHyCal plant promises to revolutionize the hydrogen market by offering a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, especially in the transportation sector.
This pioneering project could dramatically reduce emissions and drive the transition to sustainable energy.
The plant will be capable of producing 3 tons of ecological hydrogen per day, enough to supply 210 thousand cars or 30 thousand buses annually.
The main goal of SoHyCal is to generate green hydrogen using 100% renewable energy sources. In the first phase, the plant will produce up to 1 ton of hydrogen per day using biogas. However, the second phase, scheduled for the second quarter of 2025, will include the addition of a photovoltaic plant that will enable the transition to solar energy.
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When fully operational, the plant will be capable of producing 3 tons of green hydrogen per day, enough to supply 210 thousand cars or 30 buses annually. The heart of the plant is the proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer technology, developed and supplied by Ingeteam, which uses renewable energy to split water into hydrogen and oxygen, thus creating a clean, carbon-neutral fuel.
This project plays a crucial role in California’s clean energy goals, with the hydrogen generated powering hydrogen fueling stations throughout the San Joaquin Valley and the Bay Area.
California Renewable Energy Funding: SoHyCal Receives $3,96 Million for Hydrogen Revolution
SoHyCal plays a key role in California’s quest to decarbonize transportation and reduce emissions. The California Energy Commission (CEC) recognized the project’s potential early on, awarding $3,96 million in funding through the Clean Transportation Program.
This funding was essential to help SoHyCal achieve its initial production goals, while also supporting continued growth in solar hydrogen production in the years to come. The financial and environmental benefits of SoHyCal extend beyond the generation of green hydrogen. By contributing to California’s hydrogen infrastructure, the project will help reduce emissions in the transportation sector, one of the most significant sectors in the economy.
With the ability to power carbon-neutral vehicles such as cars, buses and trucks, the plant promises to play a key role in reducing California’s carbon footprint and improving air quality.
Global H2V market expected to reach around US$10 trillion by 2030
SoHyCal is a major achievement for the U.S. and also has international significance. Recognized by the Hydrogen Valley (H2V) Platform, the project demonstrates the potential for large-scale production of green hydrogen to support the clean energy transition worldwide.
H2B2’s role in shaping the future of hydrogen technology puts the company at the forefront of a market that is expected to reach approximately $10 trillion by 2030. The potential for green hydrogen to transform industries such as transportation, power generation and manufacturing is enormous.
This growth is supported by a legal framework that coordinates with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and other federal, state, and local regulations. This framework ensures that the SoHyCal project remains environmentally friendly and compliant, setting a standard for future green hydrogen projects around the world.
Furthermore, H2B2’s involvement in projects such as the Alliance for Renewable Hydrogen Clean Energy Systems (ARCHES) highlights its commitment to advancing hydrogen technology. The SoHyCal project represents a revolutionary leap forward in the transition to clean, renewable energy.