Qatar Lays Foundation for Largest Global Blue Ammonia Plant
Key Ideas
  • Qatar lays the foundation for a blue ammonia plant in Mesaieed Industrial City, set to be the largest in the world and aimed at expanding clean energy production.
  • The plant, scheduled to open in 2026, will have a capacity of 1.2 million tonnes per year and will contribute to reducing carbon emissions globally.
  • QatarEnergy aims to become the world's largest exporter of urea with the completion of the complex, representing a significant milestone in its strategy for clean energy growth.
  • While blue ammonia is currently more cost-effective than green ammonia, the latter, produced from electrolytic hydrogen, is considered the future of low-carbon ammonia production due to falling renewable energy costs.
Qatar has initiated the construction of a blue ammonia plant in Mesaieed Industrial City, signaling a significant step towards clean energy production. The plant, set to be operational by 2026, is projected to be the largest of its kind globally with a capacity of 1.2 million tonnes per year. This initiative aligns with QatarEnergy's strategy to expand in the clean energy sector and reduce carbon emissions. The facility will also feature a CO2 injection and storage unit with an annual capacity of 1.5 million tonnes. By providing electricity from a solar power plant under construction in Mesaieed Industrial City, QatarEnergy aims to enhance its production of low-carbon products. The completion of the complex will position Qatar as the largest urea exporter globally, producing 12.4 million tonnes annually. Collaborating with Qatar Fertiliser Company, QatarEnergy leverages its expertise in ammonia plant construction and operation for fertilizer production. The industry is witnessing a transition towards low-carbon ammonia, with blue ammonia offering immediate scale at a lower cost compared to green ammonia. However, the future favors green ammonia, produced from electrolytic hydrogen powered by renewables. Companies are advised to invest in the blue ammonia value chain and infrastructure to support growth in demand for LNG and blue ammonia in the future, amid the accelerating energy transition.
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