Thiru M.K. Stalin, the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, virtually inaugurated the foundation stone ceremony for a cutting-edge green ammonia plant in Tuticorin today. This initiative marks a significant step forward in Tamil Nadu’s ongoing commitment to renewable energy and its contribution to India’s energy transition goals.
In his address, Chief Minister Stalin highlighted Tamil Nadu’s leadership in renewable energy, emphasizing the state’s pivotal role in advancing India’s green energy objectives. “Tamil Nadu has consistently been at the forefront of renewable energy initiatives, and this project in Tuticorin will further solidify our position as a global hub for green hydrogen production,” said Stalin. He also noted the international collaboration involved, with India, Singapore, and Japan working together towards a sustainable future.
The foundation stone ceremony follows a Heads of Terms agreement signed earlier between Sembcorp Green Hydrogen Pte. Ltd., Kyushu Electric Power Co., Sojitz Corporation, and Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha. This agreement facilitates the cross-border export of green ammonia from India to Japan.
Vipul Tuli, Chairman – South Asia and CEO – Hydrogen Business at Sembcorp Industries, spoke on the occasion, praising Tamil Nadu’s renewable resources and favorable investment policies. “Tamil Nadu is a leader in realizing India’s green hydrogen ambitions, and Sembcorp is honored to be part of this historic moment,” Tuli stated.
Tan Soon Kim, Deputy Managing Director of Enterprise Singapore, also commented on the milestone, highlighting the collaboration between Singapore and India in advancing green energy development. He emphasized the role Singaporean companies can play in facilitating 3rd country collaborations, with Japan as the end market for the green ammonia.
The green ammonia plant, which will span 160 acres in Tuticorin’s port area, is expected to produce 200,000 metric tonnes per annum for export to Japan. The front-end engineering and design work for the plant has already commenced. This project is anticipated to create local employment opportunities in Tuticorin and contribute to the overall development of the region.
Earlier this year, Sembcorp signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Tamil Nadu during the Global Investment Meet to establish this facility. Sembcorp, a leading energy player in Asia, plans to leverage its extensive renewables portfolio in India to produce cost-effective green ammonia, thereby advancing the region’s energy transition efforts.
With support from the Government of India, and financial backing from the Government of Japan, Tamil Nadu is poised to become a leader in green energy, solidifying its role in global energy transition initiatives.
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