Yesterday, Linde announced its plans to build a $2-billion clean hydrogen and atmospheric gases facility in Fort Saskatchewan’s Industrial Heartland. This first-of-its-kind facility will be a key player in Dow’s Path2Zero Project, an ambitious initiative aimed at achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Alberta remains at the forefront of hydrogen production and clean energy technology, with this latest news building on other significant announcements made late last year.
In its first phase, Linde will supply clean hydrogen, nitrogen, and other essential services to support Dow’s pioneering net-zero emissions integrated ethylene cracker and derivatives site. The complex will also provide clean hydrogen to both existing and new industrial clients aiming to reduce their carbon footprint. It is expected to capture and sequester over 2 million metric tons of carbon annually. Notably for CLRA and its members, this facility will generate 750 temporary jobs and 60 permanent positions in the construction industry.
Linde’s investment builds on Alberta’s efforts with the Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS) Hub and the Alberta Petroleum Incentive Program (APIP) by driving thousands of jobs and billions in investment – all while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. When completed in 2028, Linde’s new complex will stand as Canada’s largest clean hydrogen production facility, and one of the largest in the world.
This development is another major boost for both Alberta’s energy and skilled labour sectors. As representatives of Alberta construction employers, and constant advocates of the trades, CLRA eagerly anticipates the start of construction of Linde’s new project in 2025.
Read the full announcement here.
