The Government of Spain, through the Institute for Energy Diversification and Saving (IDAE), has published the list of selected companies in the First Call for Incentives for Renewable Hydrogen Production and Consumption Projects (Clusters or Valleys). This initiative, funded with 1.2 billion from the Next Generation EU fund, aims to establish renewable hydrogen as a key pillar of the energy transition. The selected companies will lead the implementation of green hydrogen infrastructure across different regions of Spain, promoting industrial and logistical development. The approved projects are distributed across various autonomous communities, ensuring balanced territorial deployment. The following companies have been admitted in the pre-evaluation phase and will receive funding to develop their initiatives: Valencian Community
- BP Energía España gH2 Project - Castellón Phase II.
- Forestal del Atlántico ValdoEume.
- Armonia Green Galicia - IGNIS A Coruña Hydrogen Valley.
- Iberdrola Clientes Onubense Renewable Hydrogen Cluster (COL N).
- H2 Los Barrios - EDP CHALLENGE 2.0.
- Hyren Almonte - HYREN ROCIOH2.
- CEPSA, now MOEVE Andalusian Green Hydrogen Valley: ONUBA Project.
- Ci Etf i Renato Ptx Holdco - Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners + ENAGAS CATALINA.
- Turboleta E-fuel - SOLARIG Turboleta SAF.
- Tarragona Hydrogen Network - REPSOL Tarragona Hydrogen Network (T-HYNET).
- Heidelberg Materials Hispania Cementos Large-Scale Green Hydrogen Production for Industrial Use in Bilbao (HERMES).
- Repsol Renewable And Circular Solutions Cartagena Electrolyzer Phase II.
- H2 SOTO - EPD GH2 SOTO 250.
- Desarrollo Renovable Mahogany - REOLUM León Green Hydrogen Valley.
- Perseus Power - RIC ENERGY Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Production Plant "COMPOSTILLA GREEN - Hydrogen and eSAF Plant.
Despite not being selected in this phase, this project could be reconsidered in future calls, as the
renewable hydrogen sector continues to grow, and Spain aims to position itself as a leader in green hydrogen production in Europe. A Key Step for the Hydrogen Economy The program aims to promote the creation of green hydrogen production and consumption infrastructure, strengthening Spain"s role as a strategic hub in Europe.With the implementation of these projects, the government expects to:
- Reduce CO emissions in industrial and transport sectors.
- Boost technological innovation in hydrogen production and storage.
- Generate jobs in strategic regions, supporting a fair energy transition.
- Strengthen the supply chain of renewable hydrogen at the national and European levels.
The facts speak for themselves several projects, considering the available funding, could receive up to 90 million each, which is more than what many will request from the European Hydrogen Bank", says in conversation with
Strategic Energy Europe. Additionally, he underscores that the competition is much lower compared to other European funding schemes, increasing applicants" chances of success. "I believe many Spanish companies will regret not participating in this call, as it will have an immediate effect on investments", adds the executive. Selection Criteria and Project Requirements The beneficiary companies were selected under a competitive bidding process, based on economic efficiency, technical maturity, and environmental feasibility.To receive funding, projects must meet
specific technical requirements, such as:- Achieving a minimum 100 MW electrolysis capacity.
- Securing at least 60% of production consumption through pre-agreed purchase commitments.
- Ensuring compliance with the Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) principle.
- Demonstrating financial viability and execution capability within 36 months.
Investment in these
strategic projects will help establish Spain as a leader in clean energy production, promoting a more sustainable and competitive energy model. The transition towards a renewable hydrogen-based ecosystem is not only an economic opportunity, but it also reinforces the country"s leadership in renewable energies on a global scale.With this call, the
Government and the private sector are working together to build a strong and efficient hydrogen infrastructure, essential to achieving climate neutrality by 2050.