Amman: The Council of Ministers of Jordan has approved a landmark agreement to develop the country’s first large-scale green ammonia and hydrogen project, marking a significant step in its transition towards clean energy and low-emission industries.
The agreement, signed between the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and Jordan Green Ammonia (JGA), will see the establishment of an integrated facility dedicated to producing green ammonia using renewable energy. The project is being developed by Hynfra Group in partnership with Fidelity Group, Fuel Cells Works reported.
With an estimated investment of around $1 billion, the project is expected to reach financial closure by September 2027, with commercial operations targeted to begin in November 2030.
According to officials, the facility will be powered by approximately 550 MW of solar capacity, supported by a 500 MWh energy storage system. Green hydrogen will be produced through water electrolysis using solar energy, enabling the plant to operate independently of the national power grid. At full capacity, the facility is projected to produce nearly 100,000 tonnes of green ammonia annually.
The project is set to be located near Aqaba, leveraging its strategic position and existing port infrastructure to facilitate exports to global markets. Authorities believe this will strengthen Aqaba’s role as a regional hub for green industry and clean energy.
Industry leaders say the initiative will attract billions in clean industrial investments while supporting the development of low-emission value chains, particularly in sectors such as agriculture and maritime transport. Collaboration with global technology providers, including Denmark-based Topsoe, is expected to enhance technological capabilities and efficiency.
Beyond energy production, the project is anticipated to generate employment, support local economic development, and drive knowledge transfer through the adoption of advanced technologies. It also aligns with Jordan’s broader strategy to reduce carbon emissions and diversify its energy mix.
Officials described the approval as a turning point that positions Jordan as an emerging player in the global green hydrogen and ammonia ecosystem, with long-term implications for sustainable growth and energy security.
