Deep Wind Offshore, an offshore wind developer, has partnered strategically with the hydrogen company Hy2gen to generate green hydrogen from offshore wind sources.

According to Knut Vassbotn, CEO of Deep Wind Offshore, the synergy between offshore wind and hydrogen holds immense potential in pursuing net-zero goals. He emphasized the necessity of green energy carriers, highlighting the substantial demand for renewable energy.

The collaboration addresses a key challenge in offshore wind development—access and capacity in the power grid. Integrating hydrogen production mitigates these challenges, as offshore wind power can be directly utilized in creating green energy carriers. This alignment with the goals of Hy2gen prompted the establishment of the cooperative agreement.

Hege Økland, General Manager of Hy2gen Norway, underscored the significance of energy carriers like hydrogen in efficiently reducing carbon dioxide emissions across industries and transportation sectors. She pointed out the alignment with the EU's climate target, emphasizing the directive for 42% of hydrogen in industry to be sourced from renewable energy by 2030.