Austrian energy company Energie Steiermark is set to commence construction of Styria’s largest industrial green hydrogen production facility in autumn 2026. Developed in partnership with Wolfram Bergbau und Hütten AG, a global leader in high-quality tungsten powders, the project highlights a strong commitment to sustainable innovation. It marks a major milestone for climate protection while driving forward the region’s economic growth and industrial transformation.
Scheduled for completion in 2027, the facility is expected to produce up to 750 tonnes of green hydrogen annually, potentially reducing CO₂ emissions by up to 8,500 tonnes per year. The planned electrolysis facility will have a capacity of 5 megawatts (MW).
A key feature of the project is its reliance on renewable energy. The electricity required for hydrogen generation will be sourced primarily from wind power, with the majority supplied by the company’s newly constructed wind farm. This integration of renewable energy ensures a truly low-carbon production process.
Wolfram will act as the facility’s first industrial off-taker of green hydrogen. Integration of the facility into the European hydrogen pipeline network is also planned for a later stage.
Overall, the project represents a significant step in positioning Austria as a leading hub for green hydrogen production and application. It will help secure jobs, strengthen regional value creation, and enhance competitiveness. At the same time, the facility serves as a practical model for linking renewable energy–based hydrogen supply with industrial demand, an approach that is highly relevant for emerging hydrogen markets such as Australia.
