The Nine Mile Point hydrogen production project
will demonstrate the value of combining the most abundant element
in the universe with nuclear energy to address the climate
crisis
Leaders from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the New York
State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), and the
New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) joined Constellation
leaders and employees at Nine Mile Point today to celebrate
progress on the nation’s first nuclear-powered clean hydrogen
production facility that will begin production by the end of the
year.
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Constellation's Nine Mile Point Nuclear
Generating Station will be home to the nation’s first
nuclear-powered clean hydrogen production facility, which will
begin production by the end of the year. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Clean hydrogen is an essential tool in addressing the climate
crisis, and in a few short months we will demonstrate to the world
how essential carbon-free nuclear energy is to unlock its
potential,” said Joe Dominguez, president and CEO of Constellation.
“Building on the vision and strong support from DOE and NYSERDA, we
are eager to help develop the technology and infrastructure needed
to build a clean hydrogen economy, create jobs and secure our
domestic energy security.”
Last year, DOE approved moving forward with construction and
installation of an electrolyzer system at Nine Mile Point, to
separate hydrogen and oxygen molecules in water as part of a $5.8
million award from DOE. In addition, NYSERDA recently announced
$12.5 million in funding to help demonstrate hydrogen fuel cell
technology at Nine Mile Point to provide long-duration energy
storage for the electric grid. Hydrogen fuel cells can produce
electricity with only water vapor as a byproduct, making them a
clean source of reliable backup energy to power the grid. The
hydrogen fuel cell project at Nine Mile Point is currently being
designed and is expected to be operational in 2025.
When produced on a large scale, clean hydrogen can be used to
make next-generation energy for otherwise hard-to-decarbonize
industries like aviation, long haul freight, steel making and
agriculture.
The clean hydrogen production and storage projects underway at
Nine Mile Point will demonstrate the viability of hydrogen
electrolyzer and fuel cell technologies, setting the stage for
possible deployment at other clean energy centers in
Constellation’s fleet. As part of its broader decarbonization
strategy, Constellation is currently working with public and
private entities representing every phase in the hydrogen value
chain to pursue development of regional hydrogen production and
distribution hubs.
Alice Caponiti, deputy assistant secretary, Nuclear Energy
Office, DOE, said, “Nuclear power has historically been known as a
baseload energy provider because it is the most reliable clean
energy source in the country. As we move forward, together with
fluctuating renewable energy sources, in meeting the President’s
bold vision for a 100-percent clean electricity generation mix by
2035 and a net-zero economy by 2050, nuclear power will evolve to
support both firm and flexible capacity and it will play an
important role in developing clean hydrogen affordably and at
scale. We are pleased to see the progress being made to start
producing clean hydrogen here by the end of the year.”
“As we look to achieve New York’s ambitious decarbonization and
clean energy targets, projects like Nine Mile Point are critical to
ensuring that stored renewable energy and other zero-emission
energy sources are available for long periods of time and can be
utilized to contribute to a reliable power grid,” said Doreen M.
Harris, president and CEO, NYSERDA. “NYSERDA is proud to partner
with Constellation to demonstrate how this project can help reduce
emissions and improve air quality for the benefit of all New
Yorkers.”
“It’s great to see the U.S. and New York take these big steps
forward to embrace clean hydrogen production and long-term energy
storage,” said Steve Szymanski, vice president, Nel Hydrogen, the
manufacturer of the electrolyzer to be used at Nine Mile Point.
“Clean hydrogen is an emerging industry that will create a lot of
jobs and help us lower emissions in industries that produce up to a
quarter of global carbon emissions, making it an essential resource
in the fight against climate change.”
Learn more about Constellation’s clean hydrogen work via our
fact sheet and overview video.
About Constellation Constellation Energy Corporation
(Nasdaq: CEG) is the nation’s largest producer of clean,
carbon-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and
services to millions of homes, institutional customers, the public
sector, community aggregations and businesses, including three
fourths of Fortune 100 companies. A Fortune 200 company
headquartered in Baltimore, our fleet of nuclear, hydro, wind and
solar facilities have the generating capacity to power
approximately 20 million homes, providing 10 percent of all
carbon-free energy on the grid in the U.S. Our fleet is helping to
accelerate the nation’s transition to clean energy with more than
32,400 megawatts of capacity and annual output that is nearly 90
percent carbon-free. We have set a goal to achieve 100 percent
carbon-free power generation by 2040 by leveraging innovative
technology and enhancing our diverse mix of hydro, wind and solar
resources paired with the nation’s largest nuclear fleet. Follow
Constellation on Twitter @ConstellationEG.
What People Are Saying about Constellation’s
Hydrogen is Happening Here Celebration at Nine Mile Point Nuclear
Station, Oswego, NY, Sept. 28, 2022
“Constellation’s upstate nuclear power stations provide
thousands of good-paying jobs while safely and reliably producing
vast amounts of zero-emission electricity. The women and men of the
Building and Construction Trades welcome investments in new
technology like the electrolyzer and fuel cell projects at Nine
Mile Point Nuclear Station.” - Gary LaBarbera, President, New
York State Building and Construction Trades Council
“Throughout my Senate career, I have been proud to represent
Nine Mile Point and FitzPatrick nuclear stations. These facilities
continue to bolster the region’s reputation as the energy capital
of New York, provide good paying jobs for hardworking people and
create a tremendous economic benefit for Oswego County and beyond.
I look forward to seeing the positive impacts of Nine Mile Point
and Fitzpatrick continue for many years to come.” - Senator
Patty Ritchie
“The continued operation of Constellation’s New York nuclear
facilities is essential to our upstate economy. A commitment to
utilize emerging technologies will be critical for energy
producers’ long-term goals and benefit the communities they serve.
Today’s announcement is great news that Constellation is able to
leverage this new hydrogen electrolyzer and fuel cell technology to
advance its zero-emission capabilities for the state of New York.”
- Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay
“Oswego County has touted the carbon-free benefits of nuclear
energy for years and applauds this public-private partnership for
new, innovative technology in our region.” - Phil Church,
Administrator, Oswego County
“As a 30-year employee at Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station, it
gives me great pride to represent the site as its town supervisor.
Today’s investment paves the way for future generations to work at
the plant for years to come.” – James Oldenburg, Supervisor,
Town of Scriba
“The City of Oswego proudly hosts Nine Mile Point and
FitzPatrick nuclear stations. The carbon-free energy they provide
is essential to meeting New York State’s emissions reduction goals
at the lowest cost to consumers.” – Billy Barlow, Mayor, City of
Oswego
“CenterState CEO and the Greater Oswego Fulton Chamber of
Commerce congratulates Constellation Energy on the launch of its
clean hydrogen initiatives at the Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station.
Programs like these are catalysts that position Central New York as
leaders in innovation. Constellation is an incredible community
advocate, donating time and funds to support our local nonprofits
and small businesses. We are excited to celebrate this milestone
with them and thank them for their partnership and engagement.” –
Katie Toomey, Executive Director, Greater Oswego-Fulton Chamber
of Commerce
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