Earlier this month, Duke Energy Florida unveiled its DeBary Hydrogen Production Storage System in Volusia County, Florida, a system capable of producing, storing and combusting up to 100% green hydrogen.
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on January 7 for the DeBary Production Storage System. Duke Energy Florida
This system is located at Duke Energy Florida’s existing DeBary solar site, which provides energy for two electrolyzer units that separate water molecules into oxygen and hydrogen atoms. The resulting oxygen is released into the atmosphere, while the green hydrogen is delivered to reinforced containers for safe storage.
During times when energy demand is highest, the system delivers the stored green hydrogen to an existing combustion turbine that has been upgraded – using GE Vernova technology – to run on a blend of natural gas and hydrogen or up to 100% hydrogen.
“Diverse generation is strong, reliable generation,” said Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president. “The DeBary hydrogen project underscores Duke Energy Florida’s deep understanding of that notion and our commitment to making strategic infrastructure investments that will allow us to continue providing value for our customers while meeting their rapidly increasing demand for energy.”
Green hydrogen is an on-demand source of energy, so the turbines can be activated at any time, regardless of time of day or weather conditions.
“The DeBary system allows for safe, reliable generation and storage of clean energy,” said Reggie Anderson, Duke Energy Florida VP of regulated and renewable energy. “Duke Energy Florida is proud of this successful innovation and the lasting impact it will have on our industry, our company and, most importantly, our customers.”
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