A Sustainable Energy & Mobility Solution for Municipalities and Agriculture
Prepared by: Daniel Feseha Melesse, Adey Meselesh GmbH
Date: [14.07.2025]
1. Executive Summary
This case study presents an autonomous hydrogen ecosystem integrating biogas plants, electrolyzers, and hydrogen-based mobility/energy solutions. The system enables fully decentralized, carbon-neutral energy production while reducing NOx/SOx emissions by >90%.
Key Benefits:
✔ Zero CO₂ emissions (green hydrogen from biomass)
✔ 90%+ reduction in NOx/SOx via SCR & catalytic stripping
✔ Energy independence for rural communities & municipalities
✔ Synergies with public transport & waste management (e.g., AWM Munich’s hydrogen fleet transition)
2. System Architecture
Core Components:
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Biogas Plants (Farmers) | Biomass-to-energy conversion (feedstock: agricultural waste) |
| Electrolyzer | On-site green hydrogen (eH₂) & oxygen (O₂) production |
| SCR + Catalytic Stripper | Reduces NOx/SOx emissions from biogas combustion |
| H₂ Compression & Storage | 700-bar tanks for mobility & energy use |
| Hydrogen Distribution | Supplies: |
- H₂ vehicles (e.g., waste trucks, buses)
- H₂ heating systems (residential/commercial)
- H₂ generators (backup power) |
| Water Recovery | Closed-loop water reuse from electrolysis |
3. Environmental & ESG Impact
Emissions Reduction:
- CO₂-neutral (biomass feedstock + renewable H₂)
- NOx/SOx reduced by >90% vs. diesel systems
- Zero particulate matter (vs. fossil fuels)
Alignment with Global Standards:
- SDG 7 (Affordable & Clean Energy)
- SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure)
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- GRI 11-14, ISO 14001/50001
4. Economic Viability & Scalability
Cost Advantages:
- Lower H₂ production costs (localized, no transport)
- Existing biogas infrastructure (farmers as partners)
- Gov’t subsidies (BAFA/KfW, EU Green Deal)
Business Model:
| Revenue Stream | Example |
|---|---|
| H₂ Fuel Sales | Municipal fleets (AWM), public transport (MVG) |
| Heat-as-a-Service | Residential H₂ heating contracts |
| Carbon Credits | Verified CO₂ offset monetization |
ROI Estimation (Pilot Phase):
- CAPEX: €10–15M (50-farm network)
- Payback Period: 5–7 years (with subsidies)
- Scalability: Replicable across EU rural/municipal zones
5. Integration with AWM Munich’s Hydrogen Fleet
The system complements Munich’s waste truck hydrogen transition (Daloa Study) by:
✔ Local H₂ production (vs. imported fuel)
✔ Excess O₂ utilization (wastewater treatment, medical use)
✔ Synergy with municipal heating grids
6. Regulatory & Political Risk Mitigation
Key Strategies:
- Compliance with EU/German Law:
- BImSchG (emissions control)
- TA Luft (air quality standards)
- EEG 2023 (renewable energy act)
- Funding Security:
- Green Bonds (ESG-aligned, non-political)
- BAFA/KfW grants (tech-neutral criteria)
- Decentralized Ownership:
- Farmers/co-ops operate units (reduces state interference)
- Long-term PPAs with cities (revenue stability)
7. Next Steps & Investment Opportunity
Pilot Project (2026):
- Location: Bavaria (Munich/Augsburg periphery)
- Partners: 10–20 farms, AWM, MVG
- Funding Mix:
- 40% Green Bonds
- 30% State Subsidies
- 30% Private Equity
Investor Benefits:
✅ 6–8% IRR (infrastructure-backed)
✅ ESG-compliant (EU Taxonomy-aligned)
✅ First-mover advantage in rural H₂ ecosystems
8. Conclusion
This closed-loop hydrogen system bridges agriculture, energy, and mobility—delivering carbon-neutral fuel, heat, and power while mitigating regulatory risks. By leveraging existing biogas assets and municipal partnerships, it offers a scalable template for Europe’s energy transition.
Contact:
Daniel Feseha Melesse
Adey Meselesh GmbH
Schellingstr. 22, 80799 Munich
+49 163 8788130 | daniel_melesse@gmx.de
Attachments:
- AWM Hydrogen Fleet Study
- [SCR Technology for Biogas Plants]
- [ESG Impact Analysis]
„Autonomous hydrogen—the decentralized solution for farms, cities, and industries.“