ENGIE and Yara to test green hydrogen technology in fertiliser production

The study’s goal is to design a green hydrogen plant integrated with Yara’s existing ammonia plant in Pilbara, Western Australia.

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It aims to transform the plant from one that relies completely on natural gas for hydrogen to one where a significant share of the hydrogen comes from renewable power. Reaching the goal will significantly reduce the plant’s CO₂ emissions.

According to ENGIE and Yara, the Pilbara region is the ideal location for the study, with plenty of sun and seawater – key ingredients to producing renewable hydrogen.

“Yara and ENGIE have the complementary expertise and experience to take on such a complex project, but the key ingredient in this venture is our mutual commitment to a healthier planet and a sustainable future,” said Yves Bonte, Executive Vice-President of New Business at Yara.

“This project is in line with ENGIE’s goal to be a pioneer in the new energy world, a decarbonised world, accessible to everyone everywhere,” added Michèle Azalbert, ENGIE Hydrogen CEO.

Source: Yara

Michèle Azalbert, CEO of ENGIE Hydrogen and Yves Bonte, Executive Vice-President of New Business at Yara at the agreement signing