Wedoany.com Report-May 29, The German International Cooperation Society (GIZ) and Spain-based ACCIONA Nordex Green Hydrogen (ANGH2) have partnered under the International Hydrogen Development Program (H2Uppp), supported by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), to advance green hydrogen projects in southern Chile. The collaboration focuses on the Frontera project in Tierra del Fuego, Magallanes region, aiming to develop sustainable energy solutions, promote local development, and facilitate technology transfer.

The Frontera project includes a wind farm powering an electrolysis plant to produce green hydrogen and derivatives, such as green ammonia. The initiative emphasizes efficient energy transportation, explores circular economy opportunities, and prioritizes community engagement to ensure sustainable outcomes. The project is designed to meet Chile’s future domestic demand for green hydrogen while supporting exports to markets in Europe, particularly Germany.

“We are proud that our Frontera project has been selected to sign the cooperation agreement with the H2Uppp program,” said Fernando V. Beguiristáin, ANGH’s Director of Legal Advice, Institutional Relations, and Public Affairs. “We value this recognition, which reinforces Chile’s strategic role as a hub for green hydrogen development. Thanks to these technical and financial cooperation mechanisms, it is now possible to accelerate the development of sustainable projects to continue building a robust hydrogen economy aligned with the global goals of decarbonization and territorial development.”

Javier Ortiz de Zúñiga, Coordinator of the H2Uppp Program Hub for Latin America, added: “We are pleased to support the development of the ANGH2 Frontera project within the framework of H2Uppp, an initiative that reflects the enormous potential of green hydrogen in Chile. At GIZ, we provide financial support and specialized technical assistance that contributes to strengthening the viability of these projects, facilitating coordination with key stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with international standards.”

In 2024, GIZ also collaborated with Austria-based RP Global under the H2Uppp program to develop green hydrogen and ammonia projects in Argentina, aimed at meeting local needs and enabling exports to Europe. Igor Reščec, CTO of RP Global, noted: “From planning import and export facilities at local harbours to organising robust logistics for green hydrogen plant construction and operation, our goal is to create a shared infrastructure that benefits both local communities and the broader hydrogen sector.”

The Frontera project is expected to create jobs, enhance local infrastructure, and support Chile’s role as a leader in green hydrogen production. By fostering sustainable energy solutions, the initiative contributes to global decarbonization efforts while promoting economic growth and community development in the Magallanes region.