The study will assess the technical and economic viability of establishing a hydrogen production plant that uses biogas from wastewater treatment as a feedstock for the H2Gen system. The resulting hydrogen is intended for South Korea’s hydrogen-powered mobility sector and other clean energy applications, supporting the country’s sustainable energy goals.
Utility Global’s H2Gen technology produces high-purity, low-to-negative carbon intensity hydrogen from water without electricity, utilizing energy from industrial off-gases and biogases. The system integrates into existing infrastructure, offering a cost-effective solution for decarbonization. It also generates a high-concentration CO2 stream, which simplifies carbon capture processes.
Parker Meeks, CEO of Utility Global, commented: “We are very pleased to enter into this agreement with Hanwha. This partnership represents a strategic advancement in the global expansion of our H2Gen system and marks a meaningful step toward supporting the worldwide goal of producing clean hydrogen in an economic and sustainable way. South Korea already has a well-established hydrogen mobility market and is a country with significant growth potential.”
Vladimir Novak, Chief Commercial Officer of Utility Global, added: “This agreement is a key milestone in the commercialization of our H2Gen system and signifies an entry for Utility into one of the world’s largest hydrogen mobility markets. We plan to expand across the U.S., Asia, and Europe, providing cost-effective and clean hydrogen for transport and other energy applications.”
Joon Myoung Lee, Head of Hanwha Corporation E&C Division’s Infrastructure Business Unit, stated: “We believe that hydrogen production using biogas is a highly attractive solution in terms of aligning with the country’s eco-friendly energy policy and efficient resource utilization. This partnership with Utility is expected to positively contribute to our journey toward becoming a green infrastructure developer.”
The collaboration aligns with South Korea’s commitment to sustainable energy and efficient resource use, leveraging biogas to produce clean hydrogen for various applications. Utility Global aims to expand its H2Gen system globally, targeting markets in the U.S., Asia, and Europe to support clean energy initiatives.
