TotalEnergies Seeks Environmental Permit for $16B Hydrogen Project in Chile

TotalEnergies, through its Chilean subsidiary TEC H2 MAG, has applied for an environmental permit for a $16 billion green hydrogen and ammonia project in southern Chile, aiming to start operations in 2030. The project encompasses a wind farm, seven hydrogen electrolysis centers, a desalination plant, an ammonia production facility, and maritime infrastructure for export. The environmental review is projected to last two years, with construction scheduled for 2027 and the ammonia plant to be commissioned in phases, ultimately producing up to 10,800 metric tons per day. While Chile has positioned itself as a future hub for green hydrogen, industry experts caution that slow permitting and infrastructure limitations could impede progress. This initiative represents one of the country's most ambitious clean energy ventures, aligning with global trends favoring sustainable fuel investments. The project is expected to contribute significantly to Chile’s renewable energy sector and the growing international demand for green hydrogen.