South Africa’s Massive Green Ammonia Project Clears Major Hurdle with 1,430 MW Solar Permit
South Africa’s renewable energy sector has achieved another milestone as Hive Hydrogen’s ambitious Coega Green Ammonia project has successfully secured permits for a massive 1,430 MW solar photovoltaic cluster.
The R105-billion project, set to begin commercial operations by Q4 2029, represents one of Africa’s most significant green energy initiatives. The newly permitted solar cluster will provide approximately 40% of the energy required for the project’s green hydrogen production, working alongside two additional wind clusters with a combined capacity of 1,880 MW.
Located in Nelson Mandela Bay, the project will combine solar and wind power with desalinated water from the Indian Ocean and nitrogen extracted from the air to produce green hydrogen-derived ammonia. Once operational, the facility is expected to produce over one million tons of green ammonia annually, primarily for export to European and Asian markets.
This breakthrough positions South Africa at the forefront of the global green hydrogen revolution and demonstrates the continent’s growing role in sustainable energy production.
Source: energycapitalpower.com