About
Founded in 2018, Hy2gen-courant is a private headquartered in Longueuil, Canada specializing in Hydrogen.
Hy2gen Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of German renewable fuels company Hy2gen AG, founded in 2018. The company specializes in producing green hydrogen and its derivatives using renewable energy sources. The Courant project represents a major investment in Baie-Comeau, Quebec, aimed at establishing an industrial complex for low-carbon chemistry. The facility will use hydrogen generated from water electrolysis powered by renewable electricity to produce ammonia and ammonium nitrate. All hydrogen will be used on-site, with production exclusively designated for Quebec markets, particularly for mining industry explosives. The project has secured 307 MW of electrical power allocation. Construction is expected to begin in 2027, with commissioning planned for 2030. The company maintains active engagement with local stakeholders, Indigenous communities, and regional authorities through regular consultation meetings and community outreach.
Headquarters
Longueuil, Canada
Founded
2018
Company Type
Private