GE Grid Solutions, an integral part of the GE Vernova portfolio of energy businesses, was awarded a contract by Larsen & Toubro to supply 380 kV T155 gas-insulated substations (GIS) for the world’s largest utility-scale H₂ plant to be powered entirely by renewable energy (producing green H₂). The mega plant will be in Oxagon, the planned smart city of NEOM in northwestern Saudi Arabia. The NEOM Green H₂ Company (NGHC) aims to produce carbon-free H₂ at the plant using solely wind and solar power to produce up to 600 tpd by the end of 2026.

GE’s field-proven GIS design and the 1.5 breaker configuration will help ensure uninterrupted operation at the H₂ plant and the wind and photovoltaic plants, which will produce captive energy for the plant. GE’s switchgear will also support the primary grid by increasing power supply reliability.

“GE is proud to be part of the NEOM Green H₂ Project, the largest green H₂ production facility in the world,” said Philippe Piron, President and CEO of GE Grid Solutions. “We are committed to supporting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious National Renewable Energy Program towards attaining an optimal generation mix as envisaged in its strategic vision for 2030.”

GE is responsible for the design, manufacturing, supply and supervision of the installation and commissioning of the 92 bays of GIS for the plant. The equipment is being manufactured at Grid Solutions’ site in Aix-Les-Bains, France.

“The NEOM Green H₂ Project marks a significant milestone in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s transition towards a more sustainable and decarbonized future. We are excited about the innovative solutions we are delivering as part of this project that will help enable the efficient and reliable transmission and distribution of green H₂ to power homes, businesses and industries,” said Eric Chaussin, Power Transmission Leader at GE Grid Solutions.