Chilean authorities are placing significant emphasis on green hydrogen as a crucial component in their strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. The energy ministry's division head, Julio Maturana, highlighted the growing momentum in green hydrogen initiatives during a seminar at Universidad Católica's energy center. An $11bn green ammonia project is currently under environmental evaluation, adding to the six similar projects already in review, showcasing the private sector's confidence in Chile's investment environment. The country's energy matrix heavily relies on fossil fuels, with plans to shift towards a higher percentage of electricity and green hydrogen by 2050. To support the green hydrogen market, efforts are underway to establish necessary infrastructure like ports and storage facilities. Enap, in collaboration with other companies, is repurposing the Laredo port in Magallanes for green hydrogen activities. Enap's CEO, Julio Friedmann, mentioned that studies for the project are progressing well, with a focus on obtaining permits. The government and state-owned entities are also exploring additional terminals and infrastructure developments around ports to facilitate green hydrogen terminals. Moreover, Chile is looking into pilot projects for green hydrogen-powered transportation, including a locally manufactured bus set to operate later this year. Maturana announced plans to introduce a regulatory framework for green hydrogen in September, further solidifying the country's commitment to sustainable energy practices. The overall sentiment towards green hydrogen in Chile is positive, with a clear intent to accelerate the transition towards renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions in alignment with global sustainability goals.