ADNOC and ExxonMobil Forge Groundbreaking Partnership for Low-Carbon Hydrogen Facility in Texas
Key Ideas
  • ADNOC acquires a 35% stake in ExxonMobil's low-carbon hydrogen facility in Baytown, Texas, marking a significant investment in US energy production and the global energy transition.
  • The facility, upon startup, is expected to be the world's largest of its kind, producing 1 billion ft3 daily of low-carbon hydrogen and over 1 million tpy of low-carbon ammonia with advanced carbon capture and storage technologies.
  • The partnership aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, meet demand for lower-carbon fuels, create US jobs, and bring economic benefits to the Baytown area while prioritizing community development and sustainability.
  • ADNOC plans to continue supporting community initiatives in Baytown post-FID, aligning with their commitment to environmental gains, social advancements, and economic growth in the regions they operate.
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, witnessed the signing of an agreement where ADNOC will acquire a 35% equity stake in ExxonMobil's proposed low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia production facility in Baytown, Texas, US. This partnership reflects a significant investment in the US energy production and the global energy transition, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors and meet the growing demand for lower-carbon fuels. The facility, expected to be the world's largest upon startup, will leverage advanced carbon capture and storage technologies to produce low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia. The final investment decision is anticipated in 2025 with startup planned for 2029. The project not only focuses on technological advancements but also prioritizes economic benefits for Baytown, Houston, and Texas, creating job opportunities and supporting community development initiatives. The partnership between ADNOC and ExxonMobil is seen as a key step towards accelerating market development in the low-carbon energy sector.
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