Uniper and AM Green have signed a long-term supply contract for the purchase of up to 500,000 tons per year of renewable ammonia produced in India. This agreement represents a key step towards the consolidation of global supply chains for low-carbon fuels, aligned with European industrial decarbonization targets.
Renewable ammonia supply
Production will originate from AM Green Ammonia’s plant under construction in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, with an initial capacity of 1 million tons per year. The first shipment is scheduled for 2028. The facility will operate under RFNBO standards, ensuring traceability of the renewable fuel according to European regulations.
The project is supported by international investors such as Gentari, GIC and ADIA, and technology companies such as Casale, Toyo and NTPC Renewables. AM Green will use a 2.3 GW combination of wind and solar power, backed by a pumped-storage hydroelectric power plant, to ensure a steady and continuous power supply to its electrolyzers.
Green ammonia is positioned as one of the most cost-effective solutions for reducing emissions in industries such as chemicals, fertilizers and refining. Its ability to act as a hydrogen carrier expands its potential in sectors such as shipping. For Uniper, this agreement diversifies its clean energy portfolio and reinforces its sustainable supply strategy for the European market.
In addition to reducing up to 2 million tons of CO₂ per year once operational, the project will generate more than 600 jobs in India. This partnership strengthens the country’s position as a relevant supplier of renewable fuels on a global scale.
Uniper and AM Green will work together with certifying bodies to ensure that renewable ammonia meets European requirements. This includes verification of emission reductions and the use of 100% renewable energy in its production.
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