This is outlined in the agreement signed between Statkraft and Grupo Enhol, the companies responsible for the plant’s construction and subsequent operation. Specifically, the facility will be built on a plot of more than 18,500 square metres, with a capacity of 5 megawatts and an annual production potential of 472 tonnes. The energy used in the process will come from renewable sources, mainly wind and solar, ensuring that the entire production is 100% green. It will be used to meet the energy needs of the companies located in the industrial estate through a fully renewable and non-polluting supply.
The contract includes the possibility for the Statkraft and Grupo Enhol plant to supply green hydrogen directly to the cogeneration plant within the Agri-Food City itself via a hydrogen pipeline, making this clean fuel more accessible. This initiative is part of the broader strategy to decarbonise the facility while complying with regulations. “The future of our region will be sustainable, and the Agri-Food City of Tudela, along with the Ribera area, will play a key role in building a much cleaner industry,” stated Juan Luis García, Minister for University, Innovation and Digital Transformation, upon the signing of the lease agreement that officially marks the starting point of this project.
The formalisation of this agreement follows an evaluation process led by the Navarra Industry Association (AIN), which involved several companies interested in the initiative. During the selection process, factors such as technical and financial capacity, plant power, use of renewable resources, project planning and overall impact were assessed.
As a result, the Statkraft–Grupo Enhol proposal achieved the highest score by presenting “a plan that offers the greatest benefit to Navarre society in terms of environmental impact and technical and economic viability”, according to Minister García.
The contract allows a maximum period of three years to begin construction, with the possibility of extension for administrative reasons. Additionally, the plant’s activity within the CAT (Agri-Food City of Tudela) is set for 20 years, with the potential for further extension. According to the company’s initial timeline, construction is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026, with operations starting in 2027.
Navarre, a Benchmark in the Energy Transition
Green hydrogen is emerging as one of the key energy sources of the future, enabling greater integration of renewables, reducing dependence on fossil fuels, and minimising greenhouse gas emissions.
Its use in industry is particularly relevant, as many sectors require large amounts of hydrogen in their production processes. At present, most hydrogen is produced through natural gas reforming—a process that generates polluting emissions. In contrast, green hydrogen produced through electrolysis offers a more sustainable alternative and plays a crucial role in the transition towards a cleaner energy model.
With this project, Navarre strengthens its leadership in renewable energy and aligns with the strategies of the Navarre Energy Plan and the European Union’s decarbonisation goals.
Indeed, the renewable energy sector is the third most important in the region, following the automotive and agri-food industries. It boasts a solid industrial network made up of more than 110 companies, representing 10% of industrial employment and generating a turnover of €4.5 billion—equivalent to 5% of the region’s GDP. Moreover, it is Navarre’s second-largest exporting sector, primarily focused on manufacturing wind turbines and their components.
The region’s dense industrial network covers the entire value chain, including a major renewable energy operator—Acciona Energía—and two major OEMs: Siemens Gamesa and Nordex–Acciona Windpower. In addition, a strong network of SMEs stands out for providing high added value in specialised components such as blades, control systems, bearings, and gearboxes.
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Source: navarra.es