Yara's Renewable Hydrogen Plant in Herøya: Pioneering Low-Carbon Fertilizer Production
Key Ideas
  • Yara's new renewable hydrogen plant in Herøya, Norway, is pioneering low-carbon fertilizer production by using electrolysis of water and renewable energy, reducing CO2 emissions by 41,000 tonnes annually.
  • The plant has already delivered the first tonnes of fertilizers made from renewable ammonia, which will be part of the Yara Climate Choice portfolio, focusing on low-carbon footprint products.
  • Low emission ammonia, produced through renewable energy and carbon capture storage, is crucial in meeting the Paris Agreement goals, with Yara aiming to play a significant role in decarbonization efforts.
  • The success of the green transition towards sustainable practices will necessitate investments, supportive framework conditions, access to affordable renewable energy, and the development of a mature market for decarbonized products.
Yara has inaugurated its renewable hydrogen plant in Herøya, Norway, marking a significant milestone in the production of low-carbon fertilizers. By utilizing electrolysis of water and renewable energy sources, the plant has successfully replaced natural gas as the feedstock, resulting in an annual reduction of 41,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions at the site. The plant has already supplied the market with fertilizers derived from renewable ammonia, which will be featured in Yara's new product line, Yara Climate Choice, emphasizing sustainability and environmental responsibility. Yara is committed to leveraging both electrolysis-based production and carbon capture storage methods to enhance its portfolio and contribute to global decarbonization efforts, aligning with the objectives of the Paris Agreement. The company acknowledges the importance of investments, regulatory support, cost-effective renewable energy, and a well-established market to drive the transition towards green solutions effectively and efficiently.
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