IX. Assessment of the suitability of the natural gas distribution network for the transport of hydrogen mixtures, FVG, Italy

To obtain the “Technological Qualification” (TQ) of the existing distribution network, a testbed application will be conducted in order to evaluate the use of ACEGAS own methane gas distribution network assets for the injection of increasing% of hydrogen, beyond the current regulatory limits (2%), as well as the hydrogen storage in case of peaks production. The technical feasibility of an increase in the maximum permissible pressures will be evaluated, while continuing to ensure compliance with the highest safety and environmental protection standards, according to the innovative “Performance Based Design Method” of ASME B31.12: 2019.