- $1.6 billion project to build green ammonia and green hydrogen plant in Aqaba SEZ using desalinated seawater and renewable energy
- Jordanian Green Ammonia and Hynfra submitted initial technical and economic feasibility studies to the Ministry on May 6, 2024 under an Oct 2023 MoU requiring submission within one year
- Construction is expected to take 3-4 years and create about 8,000 direct jobs during the build phase
- Operations are projected to provide about 200 direct and 750 indirect jobs after completion
Submission and context
On May 6, 2024 Jordanian Green Ammonia and Polish partner Hynfra delivered initial technical and economic feasibility studies for a green ammonia and green hydrogen production plant to Jordan’s Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources and the ministry’s Secretary General, fulfilling a Memorandum of Understanding signed in October 2023 that required study submission within one year.
Project scope and cost
The project, sited in the Aqaba Special Economic Zone, is estimated at about $1.6 billion and described as the first of its kind in Jordan and the region.
Technology and feedstock
The studies present a production route based on desalinated seawater and renewable energy to produce green hydrogen and synthesize green ammonia.
Timeline and employment impact
Construction is expected to take 3–4 years with roughly 8,000 direct jobs during the build phase; operational staffing is estimated at about 200 direct and 750 indirect jobs, and commercial operation would follow completion of final studies and contractual arrangements.
