Honeywell announced that its cutting-edge carbon capture technologies will be deployed by Wabash Valley Resources, LLC (WVR) in an ambitious project that transforms a shuttered gasification plant in Indiana into a modern facility producing low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia fertilizer. This initiative aims to bolster U.S. energy independence while delivering sustainable solutions for American agriculture.
Federal Backing to Drive Clean Energy Innovation
To finance the project, WVR secured a $1.559 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The funding comes under a federal program designed to unlock American energy potential by revitalizing and modernizing domestic infrastructure. Through this project, the former West Terre Haute power plant will become one of the first U.S. facilities to produce hydrogen and ammonia with significantly lower carbon intensity.
Advanced Carbon Capture for Deep Emissions Reduction
At the West Terre Haute facility, Honeywell’s advanced carbon capture technology will capture and permanently store nearly 1.65 million tons of CO₂ annually in underground geological formations. This reduction is equivalent to the carbon sequestered by over 1.65 million acres of U.S. forests in a single year—demonstrating the project’s powerful environmental impact.
Strengthening Domestic Fertilizer Supply
Once fully operational in 2028, the facility will produce approximately 500,000 metric tons of anhydrous ammonia fertilizer each year. By scaling domestic production and reducing dependence on imported fertilizers, WVR expects to stabilize and lower prices for American farmers. The company aims to replace nearly half the imported supply across the Corn Belt, including Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio.
Driving Energy Resilience Through Public-Private Collaboration
“As energy demand increases, Honeywell’s carbon capture technologies help customers like Wabash Valley Resources optimize operations and reduce emissions,” said Ken West, President and CEO of Honeywell Energy and Sustainability Solutions. “The West Terre Haute project underscores the power of public-private partnerships in advancing innovation and strengthening the reliability of the U.S. energy sector,” West added.
Paving the Way for Cleaner Fertilizer Production
“Our goal is to strengthen America’s fertilizer supply chain while promoting cleaner, more efficient production,” said Dan Williams, CEO of Wabash Valley Resources. “By integrating Honeywell’s technology, we’re setting a new benchmark for sustainable fertilizer manufacturing in the U.S,” Williams added.
Global Engineering Expertise and Collaboration
SAMSUNG E&A, a global total solutions provider for the energy sector, will lead the engineering and design of the facility. The project also builds on Honeywell’s collaboration with SAMSUNG E&A. Both companies are jointly marketing Honeywell’s Advanced Solvent Carbon Capture (ASCC) technology to help industries decarbonize efficiently.
Transforming Tradition Through Technology
As per the company press release, the Honeywell–WVR project combines advanced engineering, carbon capture innovation, and strong federal support. It sets a new precedent for modernizing traditional industries and driving America’s clean energy transformation. The project supports farmers, protects the environment, and secures the nation’s energy future.
