The ACE Project

Ascension Clean Energy (ACE) is a world-scale clean ammonia project developed by Clean Hydrogen Works (CHW) in collaboration with strategic shareholders ExxonMobil, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) and Hafnia.

Located in Ascension Parish, Louisiana, ACE aims to be the most cost competitive, low-carbon intensity clean ammonia producer globally. The first phase is expected to deliver 2.4 MTPA by 2028-2029, with additional phases up to 7.2 MTPA.

ACE ProjectOverview

3-minute overview of the ACE (Ascension Clean Energy) Project from how and why the site was selected through to construction, start-up and operations.

ACE ProjectDifferentiation

2-minute video demonstrating the unique advantages of ACE Project.

1) Mega-module construction
2) Robust CCS Solution
3) Design one, build many

Unique Site forThe ACE Project

After evaluating many site options, Clean Hydrogen Works selected and secured the 1,700-acre RiverPlex MegaPark site on the west side of the Mississippi River in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. The site has many advantages for the facility, which will produce up to 7.2 million tons of clean ammonia annually when fully built.

The ACE project facility will have access points to CO2 pipelines for the transfer and transportation of captured CO2, Mississippi River access for product shipment and a source of water feedstock, and deepwater docks to support large product tankers. The local area has the workforce to support both construction and production at the facility.

The Ace Project Timeline

ACE ProjectSite Control

Q2 2021

Wood Group selectedas owner's engineer

to support permitting, PDP and FEED developmentQ1 2022

HafniaJoins ACE Project

as shareholder and strategic shipping partnerQ2 2022

Denbury AnnouncesAgreement

to provide transport and storage for ACE ProjectQ3 2022

CHWUnveils ACE Project

Q4 2022

Topsoe selected forSynCOR technology

Q4 2022

Mitsui O.S.K. LinesJoins ACE Project

as shareholder and strategic shipping partnerQ2 2023

Hafniamakes further investment

and doubles its shareholdingQ3 2023

Goldman Sachsselected

as development financial advisorQ4 2023

PDP completedby Topsoe

Q4 2023

Issued FEED/EPC ITBinvitation to bid

Q2 2024

1st PhaseFinal Investment Decision (FID)

2025–6

1st PhaseCommercial Operations Date (COD)

2028–9

Contractor registration to work onthe ACE project

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Making Clean Ammonia

Self-generated energy used to make hydrogen
Ammonia produced from hydrogen and nitrogen
Captured CO2 transferred to ExxonMobil
Global shipping solutions developed by Hafnia and MOL

Project Highlights

High CO2 Capture
Up to 98%
CO2 Transportation Secured
Secured pipeline agreements to transfer the capture CO2 to ExxonMobil
Scalable & Affordable
Affordable, safe, and scalable production of clean ammonia
Strong Partnerships
Partnerships with proven industry leaders, including, ExxonMobil, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Hafnia, Topsoe, and Goldman Sachs

Working withthe Community

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About the Shareholders

ExxonMobil

ExxonMobil acquired Denbury Carbon Solutions, which had invested in the ACE project. ExxonMobil will provide the critical CO2 transportation & sequestration services for the ACE project. Permanent sequestration will take place at one or more of ExxonMobil’s secure underground CO2 sites, which are being developed along their existing CO2 pipeline network. ExxonMobil owns the largest existing liquid CO2 pipeline (with more than 900 miles of pipeline) in the US Gulf Coast. 

Hafnia

Hafnia, the world’s leading oil product tanker company for transporting energy worldwide. Hafnia has strategic shipping expertise in moving gases, such as LPG and ammonia. They are committed to providing safe and sustainable transport for the clean ammonia produced at the ACE facility. Hafnia’s fleet has the depth and breadth to support the ACE project as it scales. The company operates around 250 vessels and is a member of the BW Group.

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) operates one of the world’s largest and most successful shipping companies globally. With considerable experience with LNG and gas carriers, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’ fleet comprises over 100 LNG ships. MOL brings strategic expertise for transporting ammonia.
About the Partners

Topsoe

Headquartered in Denmark, Topsoe is the world’s largest ammonia technology licensor. The ACE project is partnering with Topsoe for licensing, engineering, proprietary hardware, and catalyst for the ACE project’s clean ammonia production. Of particular interest, Topsoe’s groundbreaking SynCOR™ autothermal reforming (ATR) technology will be used to generate the clean hydrogen for the production of clean ammonia, while capturing up to 98% of the CO2.

Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is the financial advisor to the ACE project.

Goldman Sachs is a leading global financial institution that delivers a broad range of financial services to a large and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals.

Wood

Wood is the engineering consultant to the ACE project. John Wood Group PLC, commonly known as Wood, is an engineering and consulting business providing a wide range of services including engineering, project management, and technical services to the energy and industrial markets. In recent years, Wood has been involved in projects focusing on green energy and the transition towards more sustainable energy sources.

Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is the legal advisor for commercial activities of the ACE project. Latham & Watkins LLP is the second-largest law firm in the world by revenue. Latham & Watkins LLP is recognized as a powerhouse in the energy sector, demonstrating impressive expertise across the various sectors of the industry. By offering legal services that cover the entire lifecycle of energy projects, Latham & Watkins plays a pivotal role in facilitating the development and implementation of clean energy initiatives. This includes navigating complex regulatory environments, securing financing for new projects, and advising on the acquisition and sale of energy assets.