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Is chariot launching a green hydrogen project in Mauritania?

African-focused energy firm Chariot Ltd (LON:CHAR) and Mauritania’s Ministry of Petroleum, Mines and Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a green hydrogen project of up to 10 GW in the northwestern African nation, the parties announced on Monday.

How much energy does Mauritania use?

Some projects are emerging to benefit from solar, wind and biomass resources and to increase the access rate to the grid. According to RPTES/World Bank study, consumption of Energy Mauritania stands to 481.000 tonnes of oil equivalent (toe).

Is Mauritania a good country to produce green hydrogen?

Mauritania is one of the best jurisdictions to produce green hydrogen. The country has excellent wind resources and high solar radiation, which complement each other well, a lot of land, and a huge coastline of water that can be tapped into.

What is Mauritania's solar project?

It aims to take advantage of Mauritania’s solar and wind resources and its proximity to large European markets. Chariot said the project has been given exclusivity over an onshore and offshore area of a total of 14,400 sq km (5,560 sq m) to conduct pre-feasibility and feasibility studies.

How does project Ur benefit Mauritania?

Chariot plans to ensure that the local community in Mauritania benefits from Project Nour by creating job opportunities and supporting the development of the country’s infrastructure.

What is project Nour?

Project Nour is estimated to represent an investment of up to USD 3.5 billion (EUR 3bn). It aims to take advantage of Mauritania’s solar and wind resources and its proximity to large European markets.