Flemish Government Revives Pipeline Plans for Hydrogen and CO₂ Transport
The Flemish government is advancing plans for a hydrogen pipeline from Antwerp to Halen and a CO₂ pipeline from Lievegem to Opwijk. This initiative aims to establish essential infrastructure that supports industrial sustainability and prevents neighboring countries from gaining an advantage in hydrogen and CO₂ networks.
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The Flemish government has approved plans for a hydrogen pipeline linking Antwerp to Halen, and a CO₂ corridor from Lievegem to Opwijk. This comes as a response to previous delays and community concerns over pipeline routes.
Unlike earlier proposals, the current plan focuses on a narrower corridor for hydrogen transport, allowing for two additional pipelines in the future. Minister Jo Brouns emphasizes early consultations with local authorities to address resident concerns and avoid housing displacement.
A task force will create an action program for pipeline corridors from 2026-2029, with a preliminary report due by the end of the year. The push for these pipelines is seen as critical for maintaining competitiveness in European energy markets, as failure to establish these networks could hinder Flanders' industrial transition.
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