AES Chile has taken a significant step towards advancing green hydrogen initiatives by submitting the Environmental Impact Study (EIA) for its INNA project in Taltal, Chile. The project, located in the Antofagasta region, represents the first industrial-scale green hydrogen and ammonia project in the country. It is part of AES Chile's commitment to accelerating the future of energy and supporting Chile's sustainable energy goals. The project's development stage aligns with Chile's National Green Hydrogen Strategy, indicating a strategic move towards diversifying the energy matrix of the country. Javier Dib, General Manager of AES Andes, emphasized the importance of the EIA submission as a key step in ensuring the project's viability. In a bid to enhance the project's potential, AES Andes signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Samsung C&T, focusing on evaluating opportunities for producing green hydrogen for both domestic consumption and international export. The collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both companies in the energy and construction sectors. The project encompasses the production of green hydrogen and ammonia, as well as the development of solar, wind, and battery storage energy solutions. This multi-faceted approach reflects the project's commitment to meeting the country's electricity generation needs while upholding environmental and safety standards. Community engagement has been a priority for AES Chile, with a particular focus on collaborating with the Chango communities in the area. Luis Sarrás, Vice President of International Green Hydrogen at AES, reiterated the company's dedication to fostering local development and maintaining collaborative efforts throughout the project's environmental processing. AES Andes, as a leading energy company in the region, brings its expertise in renewable energy projects to further the green hydrogen and ammonia venture. With a diversified portfolio that includes various energy sources, AES Andes aims to contribute significantly to Chile's energy landscape through sustainable and innovative projects.