Shanghai-based Envision, a global green technology firm, has launched the world’s largest and most advanced green hydrogen and ammonia production facility, marking a significant milestone in renewable energy and industrial decarbonization.
The plant, located in the Chifeng Net Zero Industrial Park in Inner Mongolia, is the first to operate entirely off-grid and to be fully powered by an AI-integrated renewable energy system.
According to a press statement, it is also the first facility to produce green ammonia at a commercial scale using surplus renewable energy and dynamic storage systems.
Industrial-Scale Green Ammonia Output
The facility is now delivering 320,000 tons of green ammonia annually, with international exports expected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025. Envision plans to scale production to 1.5 million tons annually by 2028.
“For the first time, we are seeing scalable green alternatives in operation,” said Lei Zhang, founder and CEO of Envision. “We can’t get to net zero without green hydrogen, and we can’t afford to wait. This is the blueprint for a clean energy future.”
AI-Driven Energy System
The plant is powered by Envision’s proprietary off-grid renewable energy system, integrating wind and solar energy, battery storage, and predictive weather modeling.
The artificial intelligence platform balances electricity generation with the variable demands of electrolyzers and ammonia synthesis processes, enabling continuous, cost-effective production independent of the traditional power grid.
A key innovation is the use of surplus energy to produce and store liquid nitrogen, allowing the plant to dynamically respond to fluctuations in renewable output and optimize ammonia production efficiency.
Backed by Global Partners and Certifications
The project has secured a long-term offtake agreement with Japan’s Marubeni Corp., reflecting rising international demand for green ammonia across fertilizer, chemical, and shipping sectors.
The facility has also received Renewable Ammonia Certification from Bureau Veritas, meeting global standards for safety, sustainability, and emissions.
Envision’s modular, scalable model is designed for rapid deployment globally. The company aims to reach price parity between green and grey ammonia and methanol by 2028.
The development is part of a broader push to replace fossil fuels in the global supply chain — estimated at over 5 billion tons annually — with clean hydrogen-based alternatives.
Strategic Shift in Clean Energy Infrastructure
The launch of the Chifeng facility marks a strategic shift in how green molecules are produced and scaled. Envision positions its plant not only as an engineering feat but also as a template for future clean industrial hubs.
“Envision continues to lead the energy transition with intelligent systems and renewable power,” Zhang said. “This project demonstrates how clean molecules can power the future, without compromising scale, reliability, or cost.”
