Société Nationale Industrielle et Miniére (SNIM) and AMAN Green Energy have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a new facility in Mauritania for the production of green direct reduced iron (DRI) using renewable energy sources. The collaboration aims to leverage CWP Global's 30GW project 'AMAN' to convert Mauritanian raw iron ore into green hot briquetted iron (HBI) for export to the European steel industry. This initiative is driven by the goal to reduce carbon emissions associated with traditional iron processing at blast furnaces. The anticipated hub, scheduled to be operational by 2030, is expected to significantly impact the steel industry by promoting sustainable practices. The AMAN Green Hydrogen Hub, initiated in 2020, plans to deploy substantial wind and solar power capacity to produce green hydrogen and support the steel production process. With ambitious forecasts to generate 1.7 million tonnes of green hydrogen annually, the project highlights Mauritania's emergence as a key player in green energy production. SNIM, a prominent Mauritanian company with expertise in iron ore operations, will play a crucial role in the supply chain by providing local iron ore. The development signifies Mauritania's growing significance in hydrogen production, with plans for large-scale green energy parks adding to the country's potential as a major green hydrogen producer. The project's emphasis on sustainable steel production aligns with global efforts to reduce carbon emissions and enhance environmental sustainability in industrial sectors.