bp confirms investment in Lingen Green Hydrogen project
bp has confirmed its final investment decision (FID) for the Lingen Green Hydrogen (LGH2) project in Germany, marking a significant milestone in the company’s green hydrogen strategy. The 100-megawatt facility, to be built next to bp’s Lingen refinery, will be the largest industrial-scale green hydrogen production plant fully owned and operated by bp.
Supported by the European IPCEI (Important Projects of Common European Interest) initiative, the facility is expected to produce up to 11,000 tonnes of green hydrogen annually. The hydrogen will supply bp’s refineries in Germany and industrial customers in the region, contributing to the decarbonisation of production processes and aligning with Germany’s ambitious energy transition goals.
The renewable electricity required to power the electrolyser will initially be sourced through an offshore wind power purchase agreement (PPA). Construction is scheduled to begin in 2025, with operations expected by 2027.
A step towards energy transition
Patrick Wendeler, CEO of BP Europa SE, called the decision a “significant boost for bp and the hydrogen economy in Germany,” emphasising the importance of government support through the IPCEI programme.
Felipe Arbelaez, bp’s senior vice president for Hydrogen and CCS, highlighted the project’s potential to foster regional development while reducing emissions. He said the project exemplifies “how collaboration with governments can drive the transition to low-emission hydrogen solutions.”
The Lingen Green Hydrogen project is part of bp’s broader hydrogen and carbon capture strategy, with the company aiming to launch five to 10 hydrogen investments globally this decade.
European collaboration
The IPCEI Hy2Infra initiative underscores the project’s strategic role in building a sustainable hydrogen economy and achieving Europe’s climate targets. By integrating green hydrogen into industrial applications, bp aims to provide innovative solutions for the energy transition while strengthening its position in the evolving hydrogen market.
