UK-based Linde has signed a long-term agreement for the supply of clean hydrogen to Dow’s Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero Project in Alberta. The company will invest more than $2 billion to build, own and operate a world-scale integrated clean hydrogen and atmospheric gases facility.
“We are thrilled with Linde’s announcement of its intention to build a $2-billion clean hydrogen and atmospheric gases facility in Fort Saskatchewan’s Industrial Heartland,” said Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean in a statement.
“This world-class facility will play a critical role in the success of Dow’s Path2Zero Project, supplying it with clean hydrogen energy. Alberta is a global leader in hydrogen production and in developing clean energy technology and products.
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The project is expected to create 750 temporary construction jobs and 60 permanent jobs, and is the latest in Alberta to include carbon capture, utilization, and storage, with the target of capturing two million tonnes of carbon each year.
Upon completion in 2028, Linde’s new complex in Alberta will be the largest clean hydrogen production facility in Canada, and one of the largest globally. It will be Linde’s largest single investment and its second new world-scale clean hydrogen project, following the announcement of its project to supply clean hydrogen to a major blue ammonia project in the U.S. Gulf Coast.
“Linde is helping to build a more sustainable future,” said Sanjiv Lamba, chief executive officer of Linde. “This landmark project aligns with our strategy of developing high-quality projects with secured off-take. Our technology, experience and execution are enabling the transition to a cleaner economy. We are proud to partner with Dow in its mission to decarbonize its Fort Saskatchewan site and are appreciative of the support of the Province of Alberta and the Federal Government.”
For further information, visit: Alberta’s Hydrogen Roadmap
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