Plug Power, a global leader in comprehensive hydrogen solutions for the hydrogen economy, announced the start of installation of its 5 MW electrolyzer for the H2 Hollandia project — the first decentralized green hydrogen hub currently under construction in the Netherlands.

Developed by Novar and Avitec, H2 Hollandia directly links the 115-MWp Vloeivelden Hollandia solar park to Plug’s state-of-the-art electrolyzer system, creating a new model for localized, small- and mid-scale renewable hydrogen production. The project’s system converts surplus solar energy—power that would otherwise be curtailed—into green hydrogen, without adding any burden to the national electricity grid.

Construction began in early September, with the project expected to become operational in 2026. Once completed, H2 Hollandia will be the Netherlands’ first operational electrolyzer-based hydrogen hub producing entirely green hydrogen, capable of delivering approximately 300,000 kilograms of hydrogen annually for sustainable mobility and industrial applications across the region.

“H2 Hollandia is a powerful example of how renewable energy and hydrogen production can be seamlessly integrated at scale,” said Jose Luis Crespo, President and Chief Revenue Officer of Plug Power. “This project showcases how Plug’s electrolyzer technology can help relieve grid congestion, enhance energy resilience, and accelerate industrial decarbonization. It represents an important step in our European expansion as we continue deploying commercial-scale systems that make clean hydrogen both practical and scalable.”

An H2 Hollandia representative added, “Plug’s electrolyzer technology is central to realizing our vision. By directly integrating Plug’s system with our solar park, we can convert renewable energy into green hydrogen without placing additional stress on the grid. This collaboration demonstrates how innovation and strong regional partnerships can drive the clean energy transition and advance the Netherlands’ ambitions as a leading hydrogen hub.”

The H2 Hollandia project aligns with the Dutch government’s broader hydrogen strategy, which emphasizes public-policy support and regional cooperation to establish the Netherlands as a major hydrogen hub in Northwest Europe. Clean hydrogen plays a vital role in achieving the country’s energy transition goals by creating jobs, improving air quality, and reducing carbon emissions across industry, transportation, and infrastructure.

For Plug Power, this project marks a significant milestone in expanding its presence in the Netherlands. It builds on the company’s ongoing operations at the Green Box facility in Hengelo, where Plug operates a demonstration site featuring its PEM electrolyzer and integrated hydrogen systems. With H2 Hollandia now entering the installation phase, Plug moves from demonstration to full commercial deployment in one of Europe’s most dynamic hydrogen markets.