Linde to Enhance Green Hydrogen Production in Brazil

On April 18, 2024, Linde disclosed that its subsidiary, White Martins, will construct, possess, and manage an additional electrolyzer aimed at generating green hydrogen for Brazil's southeast region.

The upcoming pressurized alkaline electrolyzer plant, boasting a capacity of five megawatts, will be situated adjacent to the firm's current air separation facility in Jacareí, São Paulo. Powered by renewable energy sourced from nearby solar and wind power initiatives, the new plant will yield independently certified green hydrogen.

Upon commencement of operations, the fresh facility from White Martins will furnish green hydrogen to Cebrace, a glass manufacturer, aiming to curtail emissions from their glass melting furnaces located in Jacareí. Additionally, it will cater to the burgeoning demand for cost-effective green hydrogen among both existing and prospective clients spanning various industrial domains such as metals, food, and chemicals. Anticipated to commence operations in 2025, the new plant is poised to fulfill these objectives.

In 2022, White Martins achieved the distinction of being the pioneer company in South America to produce green hydrogen on an industrial scale, obtaining international certification for its plant in Pernambuco.

Gilney Bastos, President of South Latin America at Linde, expressed, "By investing in green hydrogen to cater to the industrial hub of São Paulo, we reaffirm our dedication to Brazil's energy transition. We are eager to assist Cebrace in reaching its decarbonization objectives, while also aiding our merchant customers in transitioning to more sustainable, lower carbon alternatives."

As a prominent player in the industrial gases and engineering sector, Linde holds a pivotal position in driving the transition to clean energy. Through its cutting-edge engineering capabilities, strategic partnerships, and vast experience and infrastructure, the company actively assists its clients in decarbonizing their operations using state-of-the-art carbon capture and hydrogen technologies. Linde's focus extends to developing clean energy initiatives across various sectors and applications, while simultaneously expanding its well-established business throughout the entire value chain.

Linde stands as a premier worldwide entity in the industrial gases and engineering realm, boasting 2023 sales totaling $33 billion. Guided by its overarching mission, the company endeavors to enhance global productivity by delivering top-tier solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and exemplary services. These offerings not only foster the success of Linde's clientele but also contribute to the planet's sustainability, decarbonization efforts, and environmental preservation.

The company caters to a diverse array of end markets, encompassing chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals, and mining. Linde's industrial gases and cutting-edge technologies find application across various sectors. They are instrumental in vital processes such as producing clean hydrogen and carbon capture systems essential for energy transition, supplying life-saving medical oxygen, and offering high-purity & specialty gases for electronics. Additionally, Linde provides advanced gas processing solutions to facilitate customer expansion, enhance operational efficiency, and mitigate emissions.