Danish developer Skovgaard Energy and Japan’s Sumitomo Corporation have signed a letter of intent to cooperate in power-to-x (PtX).
Skovgaard Energy is constructing a dynamic and flexible green ammonia plant powered directly by 100% wind and solar power, behind-the-meter.
The project will demonstrate the dynamic Haber-Bosch ammonia synthesis can work as a potential energy storage technology without intermediate hydrogen storage.
It is funded by Danish EUDP with Topsoe and Vestas as project partners.
Production is slated for mid-2024.
Sumitomo bring investment (amount not disclosed) and industry-scale know-how to the project.
“We look forward to collaborating with Skovgaard Energy, which we consider highly competent in their field.
“Located in Europe’s hotspot for the green transition with great wind and solar resources, state-of-the-art infrastructure and backup by local stakeholders, it is obvious for us to begin our journey in this field here,” said Head of Energy Innovation Initiative, Ko Akiyama, from Sumitomo Corporation Europe Limited.
Fertilisers play a critical role in sustaining agricultural productivity.
The North Sea, Northwest Jutland and Thyboron Port are ideally located for the production and distribution setup, the companies said.
“We are thrilled to be at the forefront of this transformative project that combines renewable energy and green ammonia production.
“By replacing natural gas with green electricity, we can help farmers and vessel operators reduce their carbon footprint and secure more stable food and fuel prices.
“The flexible ammonia production technology setup is a significant step forward for democratising access to cheap, green ammonia.
“Together with Sumitomo we will have both resources and competencies for future upscaled projects,” said Skovgaard Energy’s Chief Sales Officer, Bjarke Mollerup Bitsch.