Transformative Partnership for Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Production in Newfoundland
Key Ideas
- Abraxas Power Corp. and EDF have joined forces to develop the Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation (EVREC) project in Newfoundland, focusing on green hydrogen and ammonia production.
- The project aims to produce 200,000 tons of green hydrogen and 1 million tons of green ammonia annually, with plans for a final investment decision by 2026 and construction from 2026 to 2030.
- EVREC is projected to significantly reduce CO2 emissions by over 1.5 million tons annually, contribute over 5 billion Canadian dollars to the provincial budget, create hundreds of long-term skilled jobs, and position Newfoundland as a global leader in green molecule exports.
- Stakeholders from Abraxas and EDF expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, emphasizing the project's role in driving a sustainable energy economy and supporting decarbonization efforts in high-emission sectors.
Abraxas Power Corp. and EDF have unveiled plans for the Exploits Valley Renewable Energy Corporation (EVREC) project in Newfoundland, a pioneering initiative focused on green hydrogen and ammonia production. EVREC, a Power-to-X project, is designed to integrate 3 gigawatts of onshore wind capacity to produce 200,000 tons of green hydrogen and 1 million tons of green ammonia annually. The partnership between Abraxas and EDF aims to make a final investment decision by 2026, with construction scheduled from 2026 to 2030. Once operational, EVREC is expected to cut over 1.5 million tons of CO2 emissions yearly, offering substantial economic benefits to Newfoundland and Labrador. Projections suggest that EVREC could inject more than 5 billion Canadian dollars into the provincial budget and create numerous skilled jobs in the area. Moreover, the project is poised to establish Newfoundland as a key player in the global green molecule export market, thereby reinforcing its position in the worldwide energy transition. CEO Colter Eadie praised the partnership as a transformative move towards a sustainable energy future for Newfoundland, while Executive VP Béatrice Buffon commended the collaboration's strengths and the project's potential to assist high-emission sectors in decarbonization efforts.