ORLEN's Strategic Shift towards Renewable Ammonia and Hydrogen
Key Ideas
  • ORLEN initiates a market study and engages with potential suppliers for low-carbon and renewable ammonia production, focusing on reducing emissions at the Anwil plant.
  • Exploration of using renewable ammonia as a source of hydrogen for synthetic aviation fuels is a key aspect of ORLEN's strategy.
  • The company plans to increase its demand for low-carbon or renewable hydrogen to around 350,000 tonnes per year by 2035 to align with decarbonisation goals.
  • ORLEN aims to comply with the EU's REDIII Directive by increasing the share of renewable, inorganic hydrogen in industrial use to 60% by 2035.
ORLEN is embarking on a strategic shift towards renewable ammonia and hydrogen production. The company is conducting a market study and engaging with potential suppliers to procure low-carbon and renewable ammonia for fertilizer production at the Anwil plant in Włocławek. Additionally, ORLEN is exploring the utilization of renewable ammonia as a hydrogen source for synthetic aviation fuels. The focus on decarbonisation is evident through plans to increase demand for low-carbon or renewable hydrogen, aiming for around 350,000 tonnes per year by 2035. To support emission reduction efforts, ORLEN will launch pilot supplies of low-carbon ammonia and seek equity partnerships within the ammonia value chain. The company's strategy aligns with the EU's REDIII Directive, targeting a 60% share of renewable, inorganic hydrogen in industrial use by 2035. Overall, ORLEN's proactive approach demonstrates a positive sentiment towards leveraging renewable ammonia and hydrogen to drive decarbonisation and energy transition.
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