South Korea – First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Plant to Include Data Center in $1.7 Billion Green Energy Hub
Chungnam Province, South Korea, is spearheading an ambitious $1.7 billion initiative to construct the nation’s first fuel cell hydrogen power plant, paired with a state-of-the-art data center and advanced battery energy storage system. The groundbreaking “Dangjin Green Energy Hub” project was formalized on November 26 through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by key leaders, including Governor Kim Tae-heum, Dangjin Mayor Oh Seong-hwan, Korea Southern Power President Kang Ki-yoon, and Samsung C&T Vice President Lee Byeong-soo.
The initiative spans a 436,400㎡ site in Gagok-ri, Songsan-myeon, and includes:
- A 900MW hydrogen power plant: Comprising three 300MW units powered by clean hydrogen from the nearby Songsan Terminal, it promises carbon-free electricity generation.
- A 300MW battery energy storage system (BESS): Equipped with three 100MW units to store solar energy, ensuring a steady power supply for surrounding facilities.
- An $860 million data center: Built to leverage the green energy generated, supporting regional industrial growth and the RE100 renewable energy goal.
The hydrogen plant’s innovative design sets it apart from conventional fuel cell systems, utilizing clean hydrogen to achieve emissions-free energy production. This renewable energy will power local data centers and industrial complexes, aligning with Chungnam Province’s sustainability vision.
By 2032, the fully operational hub will represent a paradigm shift in integrating clean energy technologies. Funding includes approximately 2.4 trillion won for the hydrogen plant, 900 billion won for the BESS, and 1.2 trillion won for the data center.
This project is a testament to South Korea’s commitment to renewable energy and technological innovation, setting a new benchmark for eco-friendly infrastructure development in Asia.
South Korea – First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Plant to Include Data Center in $1.7 Billion Green Energy Hub
