Cluster Wasserstoff Münster – H2-Hochlauf & Netzwerke

FH Münster

Research & Applied Development

FH Münster contributes its expertise in applied, interdisciplinary hydrogen research to the cluster. The research covers key segments of the hydrogen value chain and is strongly focused on practical applications.

A key focus is on hydrogen production, particularly electrochemical processes such as electrolysis, and the use of biological residues as an alternative hydrogen source. Additionally, researchers address overarching issues that are crucial for the further development of hydrogen technologies.

» Hydrogen production (e.g., electrolysis, biogenic raw materials)
» Utilization and integration of hydrogen into technical systems
» Measurement technology and monitoring
» Simulation and modeling of processes
» Materials research and evaluation

🡭 www.fh-muenster.de

Münster Hydrogen Round Table

Business Network & Exchange Platform

The Münster Hydrogen Round Table is a network coordinated by Technologieförderung Münster, currently comprising around 20 participating companies and research institutions from the Münsterland region. Participants cover various areas of the hydrogen value chain – from production and transport to the utilization of hydrogen. The goal of the Hydrogen Round Table is a regular exchange on current technological, economic, and regulatory developments in the hydrogen economy. Through dialogue and networking, impulses are generated for concrete local and regional projects that contribute to the further development of Münsterland as a hydrogen location. The network is open to companies from the Münsterland region that have a specific technical or economic connection to hydrogen or are planning related activities.

» Exchange on current developments and trends
» Networking of companies and research institutions along the value chain
» Initiation of regional projects and collaborations
» Strengthening Münsterland as a hydrogen location

H2 Working Group

Coordination & Strategic Collaboration

Operating under the name "H2 Working Group," Technologieförderung Münster GmbH collaborates within the Münster administrative district with IHK Nord Westfalen, the Münster district government, and other partners from business, science, and administration. The H2 Working Group aims to coordinate the further development of hydrogen activities in the administrative district, particularly through discussions on strategic, regulatory, and economic issues. The working group serves as an interface between regional stakeholders, administration, and industry. In October 2024, the H2 Working Group published a joint position paper summarizing key areas of action, challenges, and perspectives for hydrogen in the Münster administrative district.

» Coordination of regional hydrogen activities
» Exchange on regulatory and strategic frameworks
» Integration of business, science, and administration
» Development of common positions and recommendations for action

🡭 www.bezreg-muenster.de

Stadtwerke, Stadtnetze & Climate Unit

Municipal Hydrogen Strategy

In close collaboration, Technologieförderung Münster, Stadtwerke Münster, Stadtnetze Münster, and the City of Münster's Climate Unit coordinate the municipal hydrogen strategy. The goal is to systematically integrate hydrogen into the city's energy and climate strategy.

A particular focus is on developing a hydrogen infrastructure to supply local industrial companies with green hydrogen in the future.

Funding

The "HyBaT – Hydrogen Battery Transformation Hub" project is co-financed with over 2.5 million Euros by the state and the EU under the ERDF/JTF program.

Project Partners

Münster-based Companies in the Hydrogen Cluster

Ziegel- und Klinkerwerke Janinhoff GmbH & Co. KG

Janinhoff aims to be a pioneer in its industry and switch its firing process to hydrogen-based operation. In October 2024, it was announced that Janinhoff is among the 15 companies nationwide to receive funding in the first round of climate protection contracts. As a result, the company will receive over 60 million Euros in funding over 15 years; at the same time, it commits to reducing CO₂ emissions by a specified amount within a defined period.

www.janinhoff.de 🡭

Westfalen AG

Westfalen AG is an expert in gases, heating, cooling, and sustainable mobility. Hydrogen plays a central role in this, with Westfalen AG supplying industrial customers with hydrogen and building a filling station network for green hydrogen.

www.westfalen.com 🡭

Nowega

Nowega is a long-distance pipeline network operator based in Münster, operating and marketing approximately 1,500 kilometers of high-pressure gas pipelines – including in the Münsterland region. In the field of hydrogen, Nowega is a pioneer as a founding member of the GET H2 initiative and as part of the hydrogen core network.

www.nowega.de 🡭

Hengst

As a family-owned company based in Münster, Hengst develops and markets innovative solutions in filtration and fluid management, including for fuel cells. The product portfolio for sustainable technology includes ion exchangers, cathode filters, and water separators.

www.hengst.com 🡭

H2 Green Power & Logistics

H2 Green Power & Logistics operates its own renewable energy generation facilities and plans to build hydrogen production plants. Furthermore, the company is active in hydrogen mobility, including with cooperation partner Samsung SDS in logistics using fuel cell trucks.

www.h2greenpowerlog.de 🡭

Münster Location
World-renowned neighbors from business & academia

Easy access, robust research, and a dynamic innovation environment: Münster brings together excellent universities, leading research institutions, and a growing tech scene. The location offers convenient transport links with direct access to motorways and in close proximity to the Münster/Osnabrück Airport – ideal for national and international companies.

Nestled between Science Park, Technology Park, and medical center Münster offers ideal conditions to collaboratively develop ideas and successfully bring innovations to market.

Hydrogen Cluster

HyBaT

Dutch-German TECH.LAND

GET H2 Initiative

FH Münster

Münster Hydrogen Round Table

H2 Working Group

Stadtwerke, Stadtnetze & Climate Unit

Project Partners