German electrolyser manufacturer Ren-Gas has selected Sunfire as one of the key technology providers for the Tampere Power-to-Gas project, with Sunfire’s advanced pressurised alkaline electrolyser technology playing a pivotal role in converting renewable electricity into green hydrogen as part of the e-methane production.
Ren-Gas will be responsible for the design, production, testing, delivery, supervision of installation and commissioning, and performance testing of the equipment. The comprehensive scope ensures that the project benefits from Sunfire’s technology and expertise at every stage, from initial design to final performance validation.
“Following a thorough analysis and selection process, we are pleased to announce the selection of Sunfire as our electrolysis equipment supplier for our Tampere project” said Saara Kujala, Ren-Gas CEO. “Throughout the selection process, we closely collaborated with Sunfire, whose capabilities and commitment to green hydrogen production are exceptional. Our cooperation serves as a tangible example of European hydrogen industry collaboration, demonstrating our shared interest in advancing the European hydrogen sector.”
Ren-Gas's facility in Tampere is set to produce renewable e-methane for heavy road and maritime transport. In the e-methane production process, approximately 40,000 tons of carbon dioxide captured from the Tarastenjärvi waste incineration plant's flue gases will be used as raw material, along with green hydrogen produced with Sunfire’s electrolyser. The plant will yield approximately 200 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of renewable fuel for heavy road and maritime transport annually, as well as 180 GWh of carbon dioxide-free district heating for Tampere's district heating system.
“We’re proud to provide our pressurised alkaline electrolyser technology for Ren-Gas’s Tampere e-methane plant” added Nils Aldag, Sunfire CEO. “Our advanced solution is designed to deliver efficient and reliable hydrogen production at scale, ensuring that Ren-Gas meets its ambitious sustainability targets. This partnership marks a significant step forward in establishing Europe’s leadership role in the green hydrogen sector.”
Ren-Gas has secured significant public support for its portfolio from Finnish Government as well as from the EU. The company has developed an industry benchmark project portfolio, from which the Tampere facility is proceeding the construction in 2025 and commercial operation will start in 2027.
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