The green hydrogen hub is a vital component of Tasmania’s energy transition. Image: Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.
An expression-of-interest process for Tasmania’s future as a green hydrogen producer has secured a proponent.
In January, the State Government announced a $70 million investment in Bell Bay Powerfuels as a provisional part of the Tasmanian Green Hydrogen Hub.
“The recent EOI process seeking project partners received five high-quality submissions, signalling a strong level of industry interest and confidence in establishing a hydrogen industry in Tasmania,” Minister for Energy and Renewables Nick Duigan said.
“The hub has the potential to produce 45,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen a year – enough to fuel over 2200 heavy vehicles for a year.”
The government has focused on the precinct’s purpose, both to ease the clean energy transition and create jobs in the state.
“Around 740 direct and indirect jobs are expected to be created, including energy specialists such as engineers and technicians,” Minister Duigan said. ”Construction will provide work for local skilled trades like concreters, metalworkers, fitters and electricians.
“Tasmania, as Australia’s leading renewable energy state, has significant competitive advantages to offer industry and the world.
“That’s why the 2025-26 Budget has $64.8m over the next four years, to progress strategic renewable energy projects and build a better Tasmania: now, and for the future.”
The Green Energy Hub is being delivered in an effort to reach the state’s Renewable Energy Target using the $14.4m Renewable Energy Approvals Pathway.
“The Hydrogen Hub, along with our ambitious energy agenda, will attract investment and drive regional economic development, support the state’s transition to a low-emission economy and further strengthen our reputation as a renewable energy leader, which is what our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future is all about,” Minister Duigan said.
