Saipem and Nel ASA unveiled IVHY 100, a groundbreaking turn-key 100-MW electrolyzer concept, which leverages Nel’s atmospheric alkaline electrolyzer technology.

The innovative renewable H₂ generation solution has been designed and industrialized to be scalable, modular and to facilitate the installation and commissioning of large-scale systems. IVHY 100 is powered by Nel’s alkaline electrolyzers, which have been tested in the market for decades, demonstrating world-class robustness, durability, and energy efficiency, making it the ideal choice for businesses seeking to optimize their operations and total cost of ownership.

The project is part of a collaboration between the two companies, where Nel, as the technology provider, will offer its alkaline and proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer technologies as well as ancillary technical services, and Saipem, as the engineering service provider and EPC contractor, will be responsible for the basic design, detailed engineering, procurement and construction of the overall green H₂ facilities.

"The IVHY 100 technology represents a significant step forward to promote innovative and sustainable solutions in the field of renewable H₂. Indeed, we aim to meet the increasing demand to reduce carbon emissions in challenging industries by utilizing renewable H₂. In addition, we focus on creating H₂ derivatives like ammonia, methanol, and sustainable fuels," said Guido d’Aloisio, Chief Commercial Office of Saipem.

“We are proud that Saipem, a world-leading Engineering Procurement and Construction company actively contributing to the energy transition, has selected Nel and our technology. With this solution, we are simplifying large-scale renewable H₂ production,” said Håkon Volldal, President and CEO of Nel.