Key Takeaways
- Innovative Partnership: Kenya Nut Company has partnered with TalusAg to install the first commercial modular green ammonia system at Morendat farm in Naivasha, Kenya.
- Zero-Carbon Fertilizer Production: The system uses sun, water, and air to produce ammonia, eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from traditional fertilizer production.
- Enhanced Efficiency and Safety: The TalusAg system ensures on-demand fertilizer production, reducing supply chain risks and carbon footprint.
- Significant Environmental Impact: Each tonne of green ammonia produced avoids up to 8 tonnes of carbon emissions.
- Long-Term Supply Agreement: A 15-year supply agreement ensures a consistent, cost-effective, and eco-friendly fertilizer supply for Kenya Nut Company.
Transformative Agricultural Technology
The partnership between Kenya Nut Company and TalusAg marks a significant step in agricultural sustainability. TalusAg’s green ammonia technology promises to overhaul how fertilizers are produced and distributed, especially in rural and supply-vulnerable areas.
TalusAg’s Green Ammonia System
TalusAg’s innovative system, talusOne, is a testament to the potential of decentralized green ammonia production. Its proprietary design, which includes a specialized compressor and software controls, leverages a 2.1MW solar farm to produce approximately one tonne of green ammonia daily.
Environmental Impact
This partnership is a game-changer in terms of environmental impact. Traditional ammonia production and distribution are substantial contributors to global carbon dioxide emissions. The talusOne system mitigates this impact significantly, contributing to the global effort to reduce carbon emissions.
Strategic Partnership Benefits
Kenya Nut Company’s CEO, Graeme Rust, highlights the benefits of this partnership, emphasizing the reduced costs, improved product quality, and reliability for farmers. TalusAg Co-Founder and CEO Hiro Iwanaga also points out the transformative potential of this technology in the agricultural industry.
About TalusAg
Talus Renewables, a pioneer in energy technology, has developed a commercial, modular, zero-carbon green ammonia system. This innovation caters to multiple industries, including agriculture, mining, and maritime shipping. It also has applications in renewable energy storage and power generation.
About Kenya Nut Company
Founded in 1974, Kenya Nut has become a significant player in the agricultural sector. The company has diversified its products to include coffee, chocolates, and oils, employing over 4,000 people and operating internationally.
This partnership between Kenya Nut Company and TalusAg is a milestone in agricultural sustainability, showcasing how innovative technology can lead to more environmentally friendly and efficient farming practices.
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