Origin and ENEOS

Origin and ENEOS

Origin and ENEOS are investigating the safe, reliable supply of hydrogen made with renewable energy in Gladstone, Queensland.

Main proponents: Origin Energy, ENEOS	Main end-use classification: Focus on production of hydrogen derivatives – methylcyclohexane (MCH)	Status: Under development – feasibility studies completed	Estimated cost:
Other involvement:	Production details: 40,000 tonnes per annum of hydrogen equivalent	Location: Queensland, Australia	Announced funding: AUD$1.25 million – Federal Government Regional Hydrogen Hubs Program; Design and Development funding stream

Project description

Origin and ENEOS examined the potential for the safe, reliable supply of hydrogen made with renewable energy in Gladstone, Queensland.  Specifically, Origin is investigating the production of hydrogen through electrolysis utilising renewable energy and water.  ENEOS is investigating more efficient production of methylcyclohexane (MCH) and maritime transport of MCH as a form of hydrogen storage and transport from Australia to Japan.

 

Reviewed: February 2024