Wedoany.com Report-Nov. 16, GreenH, a Norwegian hydrogen developer, has chosen Nel ASA, also based in Norway, to supply technology for its green hydrogen facilities in Kristiansund and Slagentangen.

After finalizing the investment for its Bodø plant earlier in 2025, GreenH confirmed that conditions for Enova funding at Vestbase in Kristiansund and Slagentangen near Tønsberg were met, allowing all three sites to advance on schedule.

In November 2024, Enova granted GreenH NOK 391 million (about $38.3 million), including NOK 129 million ($12.6 million) for the Bodø project, which is under construction.

At Vestbase in Kristiansund, GreenH partners with NorSea to build a direct hydrogen bunkering station for vessels. In Slagentangen, outside Tønsberg, it works with Grieg New Energy on green hydrogen production for the Oslofjord region.

On November 7, GreenH's Board approved the final investment decision for the Slagentangen plant.

With this approval, GreenH signed an agreement with Nel for electrolyzer equipment, engineering, and technical assistance at both Kristiansund and Slagentangen sites. Exact capacity and timelines will follow, but each location will have at least 10 MW, exceeding 20 MW combined, according to Nel.

“Hydrogen is a fuel for the future. With the projects in Bodø, Kristiansund and Slagentangen, we are taking an important step towards establishing a green infrastructure along the Norwegian coast, facilitating the reduction of emissions from maritime transport and local industry. This is thanks to solid support from Enova,” commented Morten Solberg Watle, CEO of GreenH.

Sigmund Ø. Størset, Senior Adviser and Hydrogen Target Lead at Enova, added: “These projects are central to establishing the first functional value chain for hydrogen. As the projects now move from planning to construction, we are making great strides towards making hydrogen a real alternative for shipping in Norway – and demonstrating that zero emissions are possible in practice.”

The initiatives create a coastal network for clean fuel access, supporting vessel operators transitioning to low-emission propulsion. Direct bunkering at Kristiansund streamlines refueling for coastal and offshore traffic, while Slagentangen output serves industrial users and maritime routes in the Oslofjord.

Nel's electrolyzers enable efficient conversion of renewable electricity into hydrogen, ensuring high purity for fuel cells. The minimum 20 MW total capacity provides scalable foundations, with room for expansion based on demand.

Enova's backing validates the projects' alignment with national sustainability goals, accelerating infrastructure rollout. Bodø's progress sets a template for rapid execution, leveraging modular designs.

GreenH's multi-site approach distributes production, enhancing supply reliability along key shipping lanes. Collaboration with NorSea and Grieg New Energy integrates logistics and energy expertise, optimizing operations.

These developments mark practical steps in maritime decarbonization, offering viable alternatives to conventional fuels. As construction begins, the facilities will demonstrate hydrogen's role in achieving emission-free transport and industry processes.

Norway's coastal geography favors such hubs, connecting renewable power sources with end users. The projects contribute to building a complete hydrogen ecosystem, from generation to delivery, fostering long-term energy resilience.