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Le 6 nov. 2024
Teréga accompanies the Vendée Globe towards a new energy era thanks to green hydrogen
Teréga is proud to support the Vendée Globe and help decarbonise this iconic event by using hydrogen as a clean energy source. The aim of this technical partnership is to demonstrate that hydrogen can be used to power major events, while at the same time meeting our ambitions regarding ecology and innovation. This collaboration enables the Vendée Globe Village to benefit from reliable, silent and sustainable electrification powered by hydrogen fuel cells, meeting the energy needs of all the event’s facilities.
To meet the requirements of the 600 m2 marquee at the partners’ trade fair for the public, Teréga, with the help of its subsidiary Teréga Solutions, has designed an innovative green hydrogen facility. This system specifically includes:
three 110 kVA hydrogen generator units (GEH2), which provide electrical power as required,
a 318 kVA battery pack to optimise energy distribution and manage peak demand,
an expansion plate and a manifold to reduce hydrogen pressure from 380 bar to 40 bar, ensuring safe distribution to consumer systems.
A flexible, environmentally friendly energy solution
To ensure a constant supply of energy during the three weeks of the event, several hundred kilograms of hydrogen will be transported to the site using tube trailers operated by Brétéché, a subsidiary of Picoty, which specialises in the distribution of energy to private and professional customers. These lorries, which also act as containers, will rotate regularly to guarantee a continuous supply, minimising any risk of energy disruption.
Hydrogen is unique in its ability to produce electricity without polluting or noisy emissions, generating only water as a by-product. This initiative makes a significant contribution to reducing the Vendée Globe’s carbon footprint, while ensuring a reliable and continuous power supply.
Facilities at the cutting edge of safety
Teréga also ensures safety with appropriate equipment: every component of the system, including the detection and cut-off systems, is designed to prevent any risk of leakage and ensure safe operation.
“We are proud to contribute to the success of the Vendée Globe by offering an energy solution that reflects our commitment to sustainability and innovation. This installation illustrates the future of energy transition and reflects our ability to meet today’s energy challenges while minimising the carbon footprint of this event,” says Dominique Mockly, Chairman and CEO of Teréga.
