SA Eyes 13 Million Tons of Green Hydrogen by 2050
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During his address at the Green Hydrogen Devac Conference in Sandton, Zikalala mentioned that around 20% of these investments have progressed to the bankable feasibility phase.
Among the various projects, which range from initial feasibility assessments to full execution, notable efforts include the establishment of the Isondo Precious Metals (IPM) facility in Gauteng for producing fuel cell and electrolyser components, the Green Ammonia production site in the Northern Cape under the Prieska Energy Cluster, and the Hive Green Ammonia export project located in the Eastern Cape.
He mentioned that additional projects consist of the Boegoes Bay Green Hydrogen Port Rail and Infrastructure Project in the Northern Cape, the ArcelorMittal Green Steel initiative in Saldanha, Western Cape, and a 60MW hydrogen production plant located in Sasolburg, Gauteng.
According to Zikalala, developing a green hydrogen economy in South Africa would only need 1% of the country’s land, ensuring no disruption to agricultural activities or residential areas.
Zikalala further noted that 5.2 million hectares within the Renewable Energy Development Zones are available and could be utilized to support these efforts.
He added that there are 5.2 million hectares within the Renewable Energy Development Zones that could be allocated for this initiative.
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