Study shows WA as potential green energy export hub

A new international study has highlighted Western Australia’s growing potential to export locally-made hydrogen and ammonia to Europe.

The Trilateral Hydrogen Hub Feasibility (TrHyHub) study, a joint initiative between the WA government, WA’s Mid West Ports Authority, the Netherlands’ Port of Rotterdam and Germany’s Frauhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems, investigated WA’s global green energy possibilities.

It examined the potential to create and energy supply chain, exporting hydrogen and ammonia from the Australian state to Germany.

It found exporting green ammonia through WA’s Oakajee Strategic Industrial Area could be feasible through a single point mooring solution.

The study also identified the state’s Mid West’s potential for large-scale renewable electricity generation, which could allow for millions of tonnes of hydrogen to be produced per annum.

“We want to keep WA’s economy the strongest in the nation, including by diversifying our economy and making more things here,” said WA’s Mid West Minister Jackie Jarvis.

“This study demonstrates the critical role WA could play as a clean energy exporter if we can work with industry and build on our experience as a globally recognised energy exporter that can deliver major projects.

“By activating industrial areas and streamlining approvals, we will ensure WA is well-placed to become a world leader in green hydrogen exports.”

The state has invested $1 billion into a Strategic Industries Fund, which will help fast track energy and industrial projects.