ZETA at Argus Clean Ammonia IMEA 2025

ZETA Engages in Critical Discussions at Argus Clean Ammonia IMEA 2025

ZETA took part in the Argus Clean Ammonia IMEA Conference in Abu Dhabi from February 3-5, engaging in critical discussions on clean hydrogen and ammonia markets. The event began with Hydrogen Focus Day, setting the stage for in-depth conversations on policy, market trends, and emerging challenges.

ZETA Secretary General Jan Haizmann delivered a key presentation on "Derivatives and CBAM Limitations: What Do They Mean for Alternatives to Ammonia?" He outlined CBAM’s implementation timeline and its implications for MENA-based hydrogen producers, emphasizing the need for robust, verifiable data on renewable energy sources. Haizmann raised a pressing question—"Is Europe too difficult?"—pointing to the high costs of compliance while highlighting opportunities for MENA countries to take the lead in green ammonia production.

Jan then participated in a panel discussion on "Why Ammonia is the Current Hydrogen Derivative of Choice for Hard-to-Abate Sectors," moderated by Stefan Krümpelmann from Argus Media. He was joined by:

• Frank Wouters, Chairman of the MENA Hydrogen Alliance, who discussed green ammonia’s role in balancing a future energy system with 50% electricity.
• Bakul Pant, CCO of Ocior Energy, who shared updates on low-carbon ammonia production projects.

With policies like CBAM reshaping global trade, ZETA continues to drive conversations on hydrogen, ammonia, and compliance markets in the MENA region. A big thank you to Argus Media for fostering these important discussions!