Entergy, Monarch Energy ink MoU to advance South Louisiana green hydrogen infrastructure
In Louisiana, Entergy Louisiana and Monarch Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to help advance the energy infrastructure in South Louisiana.
As part of the agreement, Entergy Louisiana will work with Monarch Energy to leverage existing transmission infrastructure and/or construct new generation resources to supply long-term renewable power to Monarch’s 300-megawatt green hydrogen electrolyzer project near Donaldsonville, Louisiana.
Monarch Energy’s hydrogen electrolyzer project represents a potential $400 million investment in Ascension Parish, creating over 300 construction jobs and over 44 permanent operational jobs. Monarch Energy began development of the facility in 2022 and expects to commence commercial operations in 2027.
“Entergy Louisiana’s commitment to providing renewable power to industrial customers like Monarch Energy is a critical piece of advancing the Royale Electrolyzer project,” said Ben Alingh, co-founder and CEO of Monarch Energy. “Louisiana presents an excellent opportunity for green hydrogen production with the existing industrial workforce, development friendly local communities, and experienced industrial hydrogen consumers.”
