Plug Power inaugurates hydrogen plant in Louisiana to boost production

Plug Power Inc. announces the upcoming launch of its 15-ton-per-day hydrogen plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana, aimed at increasing its total production capacity to meet the growing demand from key partners.

Share:

Comprehensive energy news coverage, updated nonstop

Annual subscription

8.25$/month*

*billed annually at 99$/year for the first year then 149,00$/year ​

Unlimited access • Archives included • Professional invoice

OTHER ACCESS OPTIONS

Monthly subscription

Unlimited access • Archives included

5.2$/month*
then 14.90$ per month thereafter

FREE ACCOUNT

3 articles offered per month

FREE

*Prices are excluding VAT, which may vary depending on your location or professional status

Since 2021: 35,000 articles • 150+ analyses per week

Plug Power Inc., in collaboration with Olin Corporation, is set to launch a new hydrogen plant in St. Gabriel, Louisiana, in the first quarter of 2025. This facility, operated by the Hidrogenii joint venture, will utilise hydrogen co-produced in Olin’s chlorine manufacturing process.

Increasing production capacity

Once operational, the plant will add 15 tons per day to Plug Power’s total production, bringing its overall capacity to 39 tons per day. This expansion aims to meet the increasing demand from major partners such as Amazon and Walmart while strengthening Plug Power’s strategy of providing vertically integrated hydrogen solutions.

Commitment to safety

The project has recorded over 412,000 safe working hours without incident, demonstrating a strong commitment to process safety management standards. A critical dry-out process is underway to remove moisture and impurities from the plant’s systems, ensuring the production of high-purity hydrogen.

Expanding the North American network

The plant will operate continuously, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with optimised processes inspired by operations at the Woodbine facility in Georgia. This infrastructure is part of a broader strategy to build a reliable hydrogen network across North America, ensuring better energy independence and a more stable supply for industrial customers.

In Inner Mongolia, Xing’an League is deploying CNY6bn in public funds to build an integrated industrial ecosystem for hydrogen, ammonia and methanol production using local renewable resources.
Despite a drop in sales, thyssenkrupp nucera ends fiscal year 2024/2025 with operating profit, supported by stable electrolysis performance and positive cash flow.
ExxonMobil’s pause of the Baytown project highlights critical commercial gaps and reflects the impact of US federal cuts to low-carbon technologies.
State-owned Chinese group Datang commissions a project combining renewable energy and green hydrogen within a coal-to-chemicals complex in Inner Mongolia, aiming to reduce stranded asset risks while securing future industrial investments.
Möhring Energie Group commits to a green hydrogen and ammonia production project in Mauritania, targeting European markets from 2029, with an initial capacity of 1 GW.
Air Liquide deploys two hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks for its logistics operations in the Rotterdam area, marking a step in the integration of low-emission solutions in freight transport.
French hydrogen producer Lhyfe will deliver over 200 tonnes of RFNBO-certified hydrogen to a heavy mobility operator under a multi-year contract effective since 1 November 2025.
Plug Power was selected by Carlton Power to equip three UK-based projects totalling 55 MW, under an agreement subject to a final investment decision expected by early 2026.
Hyroad Energy expands its services to include maintenance, software, and spare parts, offering a comprehensive solution for hydrogen freight operators in the United States.
Air Liquide has launched in Antwerp the first industrial-scale pilot unit for converting ammonia into hydrogen, marking a key technological milestone in the global low-carbon hydrogen supply chain.
Ohmium reached an iridium utilisation rate of 18 GW/ton for its electrolyzers, significantly surpassing the 2030 target, through technological advances that lower hydrogen production costs.
The European Commission opens its first call for hydrogen suppliers with a new matchmaking platform aimed at facilitating investment decisions in the sector.
Ballard Power Systems reports a significant increase in revenue and reduced losses, supported by deep restructuring and positive developments in its main commercial segments.
The inclusion of hydrogen in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan confirms a public investment strategy focused on cost reduction, domestic demand stimulation and geo-economic influence across global markets.
EDF power solutions has inaugurated a hydrogen pilot plant at the Norte Fluminense thermal power plant, with an investment of BRL4.5mn ($882,000), as part of Aneel's R&D programme.
Plug Power plans to generate $275mn by divesting assets and reallocating investments to the data center market, as part of a strategy focused on returns and financial discipline.
GreenH launches construction of three green hydrogen projects in Bodø, Kristiansund and Slagentangen, backed by NOK391mn ($35.86mn) in public funding, aiming to strengthen decarbonised maritime supply along Norway’s coast.
Nel ASA becomes technology provider for the Enova-supported hydrogen sites in Kristiansund and Slagentangen, with a combined minimum capacity of 20 MW.
French hydrogen producer Lhyfe has signed an agreement to supply 90 tonnes of RFNBO-certified hydrogen to a private fuel station operator in Germany for a fleet of buses.
Loblaw and FortisBC are trialling a hydrogen-powered heavy truck between Vancouver and Squamish, marking a step in the integration of low-emission solutions in Canada’s grocery logistics.

All the latest energy news, all the time

Annual subscription

8.25$/month*

*billed annually at 99$/year for the first year then 149,00$/year ​

Unlimited access - Archives included - Pro invoice

Monthly subscription

Unlimited access • Archives included

5.2$/month*
then 14.90$ per month thereafter

*Prices shown are exclusive of VAT, which may vary according to your location or professional status.

Since 2021: 30,000 articles - +150 analyses/week.