TRIG partners with Qair France to power Hyd’Occ hydrogen plant
Author: PPD Team Date: January 3, 2025
The Renewables Infrastructure Group (TRIG) has secured a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Qair France and partners to supply renewable electricity to the Hyd’Occ hydrogen production facility in Port-la Nouvelle, Aude, France.
Electricity will be sourced from TRIG’s two onshore wind farms in the Occitanie region, supporting sustainable energy initiatives in the area.
The Hyd’Occ facility, developed by Qair’s subsidiary, Hyd’Occ project company, involves a €60m ($65.4m) investment and is set to launch in 2025. It will produce up to 3,000 tonnes of renewable hydrogen annually, delivering zero-carbon solutions for transport and industry.
As France’s largest renewable hydrogen plant, Hyd’Occ will generate 40% of the nation’s hydrogen and aligns with the region’s €150m green hydrogen transition plan.
TRIG managing director Minesh Shah emphasized the role of PPAs in TRIG’s strategy and their commitment to local renewable projects. RES Services advised TRIG on the transaction, with its energy market manager, Nicolas Lanoue de Menthon, praising the partnership’s contribution to decarbonisation.