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Overview of decentralized hydrogen projects with a focus on the distribution grid

Whether small or on an industrial scale, research in nature or ready for practical application, narrowly focused or spanning value-adding stages: the listed selection of over 30 projects at the distribution grid level gives an impression of the current, diverse decarbonization activities of distribution grid operators spread across Germany. These underscore the relevance of the distribution network to the development of the hydrogen economy. The figure depicts current hydrogen projects related to the distribution grid.

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Result of the measurement initiative: 0.2% of leaks cause 80% of measured emissions

This means that emissions can be significantly reduced quickly.

FNB measurement initiative: pilot project delivers robust results through representative measurements

Key data of the measurement initiative

Avoidance of methane losses and emissions through mobile compressors and the use of tapping and shut-off technology

Recompression vs. gas release using the example of OGE

FNB measurement initiative: bottom-up measurement methods

Qualitative detection methods and quantitative measurement methods are used in the pilot project.

FNB measurement initiative: top-down measurement methods

More than just a camera: drone flight provides additional security

FNB measurement initiative: causes of methane emissions and project focus.

Capturing fugitive methane emissions is an important component of emissions reduction.

Methane emissions from the gas industry have already been reduced by 78% thanks to continuous efforts

Methane emissions from the German gas industry in CO2 equivalents (2021)

Methane emissions in Germany: a total of 45 million tons of CO2 equivalents

Breakdown of German methane emissions by source (2022)

Number of reportable incidents in the German gas industry has been declining steadily for many years

Development of reportable events per km and year on all gas pipelines in Germany (1981-2021)

Video statement by Barbara Fischer, Head of Policy, Communications and Strategy, on the occasion of the conclusion of the Chemistry4Climate initiative.

The final report published on April 27, 2023, marks the conclusion of the Chemistry4Climate (C4C) project launched by the Association of German Engineers (VDI) and the German Chemical Industry Association (VCI). Together with over 80 stakeholders from industry, politics and civil society, FNB Gas has been involved in the search for ways and solutions to […]

Joint webinar: Hydrogen network planning at FNB and VNB level.

On October 25, 2022, a joint webinar was held by FNB Gas with DVGW, VKU, and the “H2vorOrt” initiative. More than 350 interested representatives from politics and authorities, the energy sector as well as business and industry took part in the virtual event. The great response shows that hydrogen is not only essential for the […]

Video statement from FNB Gas Chairman of the Board Dr Thomas Gößmann on the publication of the Hydrogen Report

Germany must accelerate the ramp-up of hydrogen in order to secure supplies and promote climate protection. The hydrogen report submitted by the transmission system operators on September 1, 2022, in accordance with Section 28q of the German Energy Act (EnWG) shows how the necessary transport infrastructure can be built efficiently, quickly, and in a targeted […]

WEB messages on the expected hydrogen demand in the distribution network

As part of the Hydrogen Generation and Demand (WEB) market survey, numerous distribution system operators also submitted demand reports. This clearly shows that entire regions must be developed with an efficient hydrogen infrastructure at an early stage and on a large scale in order to be able to ensure the supply of a large number […]

Interdependencies in the conversion from natural gas to hydrogen

Similar to the L-/H-gas conversion, the conversion of network areas from natural gas to hydrogen involves interdependence between the parties involved. Efficient conversion of an area along a transmission system operator’s line in terms of network expansion can only be ensured if all connected customers (distribution system operators or industrial customers connected to the transmission […]

Possible process from hydrogen demand notification to hydrogen conversion roadmap.

The basis for planning the conversion of pipelines to hydrogen by the transmission system operators is initially the specific demand reports from various demand carriers (distribution system operators or industrial customers directly connected to the transmission system). These demand reports were secured via Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the NEP Gas 2022-2032 before they were […]

Sequence of the conversion to hydrogen at the end customer (private household)

The federal government is working to ensure that, as far as possible, every new heating system will be powered by at least 65% renewable energy (on balance sheet or physical) from 2024 [BMWK 2022]. This includes all renewable energies, i.e. also green and climate-neutral gaseous energy sources such as biomethane or green hydrogen. However, for […]

The path to climate neutrality on site

Each distribution network in Germany has its own regional characteristics. For climate neutrality to be achieved locally, these specifics must always be taken into account. Therefore, after the analysis and planning process in an initial phase, the expansion phase will begin to upgrade the distribution networks or convert them to other green and climate-neutral gases […]

Hydrogen network planning process in the context of a holistic energy system approach

An overview of the hydrogen network planning concept in the context of a holistic energy system view is shown in the figure. The concept presented for future hydrogen network planning will be integrated into the proven gas network development planning process. At the same time, by taking a holistic view of the energy system, new […]

Hydrogen testing concept

Based on the modeling results of the hydrogen variant 2032 in the NEP Gas 2022-2032, the transmission system operators perform a hydrogen test for the year 2032 for the reported demands of the distribution system operators. The objective of the hydrogen test is to identify network interconnection points (NCPs) or exit zones of the distribution […]

Grid expansion measures Hydrogen variant 2032

The hydrogen network 2032 presented in the interim status for the NEP Gas 2022-2032 shows the result of the modeling of a Germany-wide hydrogen network for the year 2032 based on the MoU requirements, the results of the network development plan Gas 2020-2030 and the pipeline reports of the transmission system operators and other potential […]

Grid expansion measures Hydrogen variant 2027

The hydrogen network 2027 presented in the interim status for the NEP Gas 2022-2032 shows the result of the modeling of a Germany-wide hydrogen network for the year 2027 based on the MoU requirements, the results of the network development plan Gas 2020-2030 and the pipeline reports of the transmission system operators and other potential […]

Overview of decentralized hydrogen projects with a focus on the distribution grid

IPCEI location map of the BMWi from May 28, 2021

On May 28, 2021, the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi), together with the German Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure (BMVI), published a list of 62 major projects eligible for potential funding under the IPCEI-Hydrogen program. The funding amount of EUR 8 billion is expected to trigger investments totaling EUR […]

Hydrogen network 2032

Daily intra-German gas flows at long-distance grid level reflect necessary design of gas system for seasonality of heat market

The gas infrastructure enables secure supply even at the lowest temperatures. The comparison of heating technologies must take into account that the demand for heat in Germany is seasonally veryfluctuates. The generation, storage, and grid infrastructure must not only provide the required maximum thermal output on a seasonal basis, but also during extreme winters. Hydrogen […]

Power-to-gas increases the efficiency of the overall system

Gas grids today transport more than twice the amount of energy of electricity grids and are designed to meet high peak load demands. Linking electricity and gas through power-to-gas plants significantly increases overall efficiency.

Transformation of transmission networks: arteries of the climate-neutral future

Today’s natural gas customer is tomorrow’s hydrogen customer. In the face of climate change, only one thing is certain: we must do everything in our power to limit the global rise in temperature. Fossil fuels therefore have no long-term future. At the latest, with climate neutrality targeted for 2045, natural gas can no longer play […]

Gas storage capacity compared to electricity storage capacity in Germany

With regard to energy storage, the gas network offers important prerequisites for the success of the energy transition. It is imperative that electricity from wind power and photovoltaic plants can be stored temporarily so that Germany’s potential for renewable electricity generation can be exploited. On the electricity side, no significant long-term storage potentials are to […]

Green gas quota is the most economically sensible instrument for market ramp-up

Shares and quantities of the gases considered to meet the green gas quota.

International cooperation in the reduction of methane emissions

The transmission system operators (TSOs) are involved internationally. They support climate targets as well as the EU’s strategy to reduce methane emissions.

Mobile compressors can significantly reduce operational emissions

Recompression vs. gas release using the example of OGE

FNB Gas reduction target 2025

Transmission system operators (TSOs) are targeting a 50 percent reduction in their methane emissions by 2025 compared to 2015.

FNB measurement initiative: next steps

The transmission system operators (TSOs) are consistently pursuing their strategy and the joint reduction target with further reduction measures.

FNB measurement initiative: top-down measurement methods

More than just a camera: drone flight provides additional security

FNB measurement initiative: bottom-up measurement methods

Qualitative detection methods and quantitative measurement methods are used in the pilot project.

FNB measurement initiative: pilot project delivers robust results through representative measurements

Key data of the measurement initiative

FNB measurement initiative: causes of methane emissions and project focus.

Capturing fugitive methane emissions is an important component of emissions reduction.

FNB measurement initiative: measurements throughout Germany

Project scope

Number of reportable incidents in the German gas industry has been declining steadily for many years

Development of reportable events per km and year on all gas pipelines in Germany (1981-2017)

Methane emissions in Germany: total of 52.6 Mt CO2 equivalents

Breakdown of German methane emissions by source (2018)

Mobile compressor station of Ontras Gastransport GmbH

To meet the changes in the market, Ontras has had a mobile compressor station designed. This consists of two trailers to provide enough space for all necessary assembly, maintenance, cable, escape and rescue routes. It is also equipped for all applications in the Ontras gas network. The mobile compressor unit achieves a gas delivery rate […]

Refueling a car with CNG

In addition to providing heat, natural gas and its green substitutes are playing an increasingly important role in the transportation sector. Via the existing network, the gas reaches the filling stations directly, where it is also available to motor traffic. There, CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) can be easily refueled like the conventional raw materials diesel […]

Green gas generation

Green hydrogen is a renewable gas and is produced by electrolysis in so-called power-to-gas plants. For this purpose, water is split into hydrogen and oxygen using electrical energy. If the electrical energy comes largely from renewable sources, the hydrogen is called green.