The potentials of the HYPOS region

HYPOS is located in Central and East Germany for good reason. The region is characterized by unique features, which predestine it for the implementation of a green hydrogen economy. 

These features include:

• the 2nd longest H2 pipeline in Germany
  • 150 km, spreading between Zeitz and Bitterfeld
  • connecting H2 production with consumption

• Salt Caverns for large scale storage
  • high storage potential in underground storage units
  • caverns are located just 20 km from H2 pipeline

• Existing high hydrogen demand
  • 3,6 bn. m³/a in the Middle German Chemical Triangle
  • 1,25 bn. m³/a are substitutable

• High potential for Renewables
  • 105 TWh/a onshore wind power
  • 33 TWh/a photovoltaic