India's Green Hydrogen Milestone: Massive Project in Kakinada
Key Ideas
- A major project in Kakinada, India, involving large-scale green hydrogen production through Pressured Alkaline Electrolysers has reached the final investment decision phase, marking a significant step towards decarbonization.
- The project aims to convert an existing Grey Ammonia facility into a Green Ammonia facility, with a focus on exporting the produced Green Ammonia to the European market and contributing to global efforts to achieve net-zero targets.
- Rely, the awarded company, will provide comprehensive engineering and construction services for the facility, showcasing India's role in advancing clean energy initiatives and playing a crucial part in the country's National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- The project's impact extends beyond India, as it aligns with OECD markets' objectives, highlighting the collaborative efforts to drive innovation, set new industry standards, and accelerate the transition to sustainable energy practices.
In August 2024, a significant development in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India, marked a substantial milestone in the realm of green hydrogen production. The project, awarded to Rely by AM Green India, involves the establishment of a 2 x 1500 tons per day Green Ammonia Complex, with a primary focus on producing green hydrogen through 2 x 640MW Pressured Alkaline Electrolysers. This initiative positions itself as one of the world's largest green hydrogen facilities moving towards execution.
The strategic location of the project at the Kakinada seaport on India's east coast presents a critical advantage for exporting the expected 1 million tons per annum of Green Ammonia, designed to comply with RED3 RFNBO standards, primarily targeting the European market. The facility's operational model incorporates a mix of wind, solar power, and a pumped hydro storage system to ensure round-the-clock carbon-free power supply.
Certified for Green Ammonia production, the project achieved a significant milestone for Indian-based projects. Rely's role encompasses providing a range of services for the facility, including design, engineering, procurement, and construction management, with a key focus on the Pressured Alkaline Electrolysers supplied by John Cockerill Hydrogen.
The collaboration between Rely and AM Green India signifies a crucial step in advancing India's green hydrogen mission and supporting global net-zero targets. With a planned capacity of 5 MTPA of green ammonia by 2030, the project aims to significantly contribute to India and OECD markets' green hydrogen production objectives. The project's impact extends beyond regional boundaries, emphasizing the collective effort towards decarbonization, innovation, and sustainable energy practices.
Topics
Electrolyzer
Renewable Energy
Clean Energy
Innovation
Energy Transition
Decarbonization
Ammonia Production
Net Zero Targets
Global Climate Goals
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