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Siemens Energy's Contribution to Japan's Hydrogen Economy

Siemens Energy, a leading global energy technology company, has recently announced that its electrolyzer systems have been adopted by a significant green hydrogen initiative in Japan. This project, taking place in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, aims to decarbonize the manufacturing process of quartz glass essential for the semiconductor industry while contributing to the development of the local hydrogen economy.

This initiative is a collaborative effort involving Taba Shokai Co., Ltd., Himeji Rika Co., Ltd., Yamanashi Prefectural Enterprise Bureau, and Yamanashi Hydrogen Company (YHC), supported by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO). The project seeks to utilize renewable energy generated domestically in Japan to establish a localized hydrogen ecosystem. In doing so, it aims to support the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry's goals of decarbonization within industries and enhancing regional energy resilience.

Siemens Energy's Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzer features flexible control capabilities, rapid response times, and compact installation requirements, making it ideal for integration with renewable energy sources. This PEM electrolyzer breaks down water into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity sourced from renewable energy such as solar and wind. Its design allows for quick startup and flexible operation, making it particularly suitable for environments like Japan, where system responsiveness and space efficiency are critical given the high variability of renewable energy production.

The system is capable of producing a maximum of 1,900 tons of green hydrogen annually, which corresponds to the emissions reduction equivalent of over 4,000 gasoline vehicles. The green hydrogen produced will be utilized at Himeji Rika's factory in Tamura City for manufacturing quartz glass, facilitating a cleaner process for producing essential components for Japan's semiconductor industry. Additionally, any surplus hydrogen produced will be supplied to nearby consumers, further establishing a local hydrogen supply network.

With a gigawatt-scale electrolyzer manufacturing facility based in Berlin, Siemens Energy is poised to bring industrial-level manufacturing technology and innovation to Japan's burgeoning hydrogen economy.

Russell Kate, President and CEO of Siemens Energy, remarked, "Japan has set forth an ambitious vision for the future of energy, and we are honored to play a role in that. Our entry into the Japanese market demonstrates our confidence in the potential of green hydrogen and reaffirms our commitment to supporting the development of sustainable high-tech industries like semiconductors through world-class electrolyzer solutions."

The project aligns with Japan's national hydrogen strategy while positioning Tamura City as a critical hub for developing practical and scalable models for industrial hydrogen use. It serves as an exemplary case of how global and local partnerships can foster innovation in one of the world's leading technology and sustainability-focused markets.

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