Chile’s green hydrogen strategy to have mining industry transition to green hydrogen for use; aims to be low-cost exporter soon.
Here’s an article posted in bnamericas that reports the GH2 revolution in Chile.
As given in the article,
- Chile’s mining and metals sectors are shifting towards green hydrogen production to reduce carbon emissions.
- Green hydrogen is being considered as a clean fuel for powering mining operations, with the potential to account for 30% of domestic demand for the fuel by 2050.
- The Chilean government aims to position the country as a leading low-cost exporter of green hydrogen by 2040, with an estimated market worth of $33
Chile’s strategic focus on the mining industry for transitioning to green hydrogen stems from several key factors:
- Mining Industry’s Energy Intensity:
- Mining operations are energy-intensive, especially in copper mining, which is a significant sector in Chile.
- By adopting green hydrogen, mining companies can reduce their carbon footprint and operational costs.
- Ammonia Production for Explosives:
- Green hydrogen can be used to produce ammonia, a crucial component in explosives.
- The mining industry relies on explosives for ore extraction and processing.
- Transitioning to green ammonia aligns with sustainability goals.
- Export Potential and Economic Diversification:
- Chile plans to export green hydrogen to other countries.
- Focusing on mining and transportation allows Chile to leverage its abundant renewable resources for economic growth.
- Exporting green hydrogen contributes to global decarbonization efforts.
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