Finland is advancing towards a sustainable future with the establishment of a new hydrogen and ammonia production facility in Kokkola. The innovative project, spearheaded by Hy2Gen and Flexens, aims to produce renewable fuels to address the current shortage of renewable resources in local mobility.
Located in the Kokkola Industrial Park, the plant will generate 7,60,000 metric tons of renewable ammonia annually, utilizing one GW of renewable electricity for hydrogen production through Plug Power’s technology at a nearby site. The initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency.
The Kokkola facility plans to produce 85 metric tons of liquid renewable hydrogen daily, leveraging one GW of Plug Power’s PEM electrolyzers. The hydrogen will then be converted into 760,000 metric tons of renewable ammonia per year.
The plant’s strategic location near the harbour will facilitate the export of the ammonia. The facility is expected to commence operations by the end of 2027, marking a significant milestone in Finland’s transition to a low-carbon economy. Additionally, Flexens is anticipated to develop a green ammonia and hydrogen project in the same region.
As reported by ecoticias.com, the plant will focus on generating green hydrogen and ammonia, aiming to start operations by the end of 2027. The project is expected to decrease energy dependence and bolster the domestic fertilizer sector for agriculture.
