Major Green Hydrogen Initiative Announced
Cadiz, Inc. and RIC Energy have partnered to build California’s largest green hydrogen facility at Cadiz Ranch in the Mojave Desert. The facility will focus on renewable hydrogen production, producing 100% green hydrogen using solar energy. It will be distributed via rail, pipeline, and highways to Southern California for use in zero-emission vehicles and power generation.
Strategic Location and Resource Management
Cadiz CEO Susan Kennedy emphasized the site’s strategic value due to its solar potential and abundant water resources. Spanning 3,000 acres, the facility will incorporate advanced technology to meet stringent regulatory standards, including those under IRA’s Section 45V. Renewable hydrogen production will be supported by Cadiz supplying up to 500 acre-feet of water annually for hydrogen production, supporting both the facility and Cadiz’s operations.
Innovative Energy Solutions
RIC Energy North America CEO Jonathan Rappe highlighted the advantages of the Cadiz location. The facility will be one of the world’s largest self-sufficient green hydrogen plants, producing 50,000 kilograms of hydrogen daily. Renewable hydrogen production at this scale will fuel the zero-emission transportation sector and industries relying on fossil fuels.
Alignment with California’s Clean Energy Goals
The project supports California’s goal of achieving 90% clean electricity by 2035. It is also part of the Department of Energy’s Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs initiative, supported by a $12.6 billion agreement to boost the production of renewable hydrogen. This initiative is crucial for promoting renewable hydrogen production.
Economic Impact and Job Creation
The ARCHES initiative forecasts that such projects will create 200,000 green jobs and contribute $2.95 billion annually to the economy by 2030, also improving public health by reducing pollution. As a result, renewable hydrogen production will play a significant role in economic growth and environmental improvements.
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