Helium
Germany uses 9.5 million m3 of helium each year, making it the world's fifth largest consumer, and is also largely dependent on imports. Silicon Saxony, which covers Dresden and the surrounding area, is the largest microelectronics site in Europe and the fifth largest in the world.
This type of industry requires large volumes of helium to operate. Electronics accounts for 25% of the world's use of helium. Since the Guhlen project is located 100 km from Dresden and, more specifically, from Silicon Saxony, the helium produced will be distributed directly to microelectronics companies in this major competitive cluster. In addition, INTEL is planning to build two semiconductor production facilities in Magdeburg, located 230km away from the project, by the end of the decade.
Part of our helium production could thus be dedicated to supplying these units, which consume large amounts of helium but are essential to meet the needs of New Tech.
