Gyeongju, South Korea – Gyeongbuk Province announced on November 28th that the "Gangdong Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power Plant" project has been selected as the fourth project of the government's Regional Revitalization Investment Fund.

The project will see the construction of a 107.9 MW hydrogen fuel cell power plant in the Gangdong General Industrial Complex in Gyeongju, making it the world's largest of its kind. Once completed, the plant will be capable of supplying electricity to approximately 270,000 households.

The project has been given a substantial boost by the Regional Revitalization Investment Fund, a 3 trillion won fund established through contributions from the government, the Regional Extinction Response Fund, and the Industrial Bank of Korea.

Construction is set to begin in March 2024, with commercial operations expected to commence in March 2028.

Key Features and Benefits:

Clean Energy: Hydrogen fuel cell power plants generate electricity through a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, producing minimal emissions.
Stable Power Generation: Unlike solar or wind power, hydrogen fuel cells can generate electricity consistently, regardless of weather conditions.
Quiet Operation: The plants are relatively quiet, making them suitable for both industrial and residential areas.
Distributed Power: They can provide a stable power supply without the need for large-scale transmission infrastructure.
Economic Benefits: The project is expected to create 1,200 jobs and generate 733 billion won in corporate taxes.
Regional Development: The plant will provide a stable power supply to nearby industrial complexes, attracting new investments and stimulating economic growth.
Government Support:

The Gyeongbuk provincial government is enthusiastic about the project, seeing it as a model for regional development and a catalyst for attracting investment in advanced industries. Governor Lee Cheol-woo emphasized that the project aligns with the government's energy transition policies and will serve as a starting point for connecting energy policies with advanced industrial investment policies.