Cleanergy Solutions Namibia has inaugurated a green hydrogen production and refueling facility, marking a significant step in the country’s renewable energy ambitions, reports Marine Link.
The site includes a solar-powered, off-grid electrolyzer that produces green hydrogen, a refueling station for hydrogen-powered vehicles and industrial use, and a Hydrogen Academy to train Namibians in hydrogen technologies.
The hydrogen produced is already being used in road transport with dual-fuel trucks, off-road tractors, and in off-grid power generation through hydrogen gensets. By 2026, the initiative will expand into rail and maritime applications. An idle diesel locomotive will be converted to hydrogen, boosting rail capacity and supporting Walvis Bay port. At the same time, a multi-purpose harbor vessel with dual-fuel hydrogen engines, currently under construction in the Netherlands, will be deployed in Walvis Bay next year. Both will be fueled by locally produced hydrogen, distributed through a 500-bar mobile refueller for nationwide use.
Speaking at the inauguration, Namibia’s Prime Minister said the facility aligns with the country’s Vision 2030. “My government is committed to supporting projects that drive the green hydrogen agenda, create jobs, and secure long-term prosperity. This inauguration marks the beginning of a new chapter in Namibia’s industrial and developmental transformation,” she said.
Germany has contributed to the project through the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space, supporting both construction and training programs. A joint delegation from the European Commission and European Parliament also attended the opening, underscoring the project’s importance for Namibia and Europe alike.
