Villeta Low-Carbon Fertiliser Plant

planned

ATOME PLC is developing the world's first industrial-scale low-carbon fertiliser plant in Villeta, Paraguay. The $630 million facility is designed to produce 260,000 tonnes of ammonia-based fertiliser annually using Paraguay's abundant renewable power, resulting in a significantly smaller carbon footprint compared to conventional fertiliser production. The project includes a 145-megawatt renewable power contract, a 30-hectare tax-free site, and a ten-year offtake agreement with Yara International. Engineering studies are complete, and a $465 million fixed-price construction contract has been signed with Casale. The project aims to reduce emissions by producing hydrogen from renewable electricity instead of natural gas.