GreenGo Energy has signed its first agreement in Africa for the development of a large-scale green hydrogen project in Mauritania. The agreement marks the beginning of the development phase for the Megaton Moon project, which will include site and geotechnical surveys, meteorological data collection, and feasibility studies.
The Megaton Moon project will be developed in phases, ensuring scalability to match market demand and supply chain readiness between 2029 and 2033. Once fully operational, the project is expected to feature 6GW of electrolysis, 6.8GW of onshore wind, and 6.3GW of solar power.
Phase one, which is slated for completion by the end of 2029, will deploy 500MW of electrolysis, 600MW of onshore wind, and 600MW of solar. This initial phase will produce approximately 339,000 tons of green ammonia annually.
The agreement, signed by Mohamed Khaled, Mauritania’s Minister of Energy and Petroleum, and Karsten Nielsen, CEO of GreenGo Energy, grants the company access to more than 100,000 hectares of land near the capital, Nouakchott, for the development of the project.
“This is a landmark moment for GreenGo Energy and a testament to our commitment to delivering large-scale green hydrogen projects that can reshape communities and economies,” Nielsen said in a statement.
He added, “Mauritania’s unique combination of abundant renewable resources, strategic location, and forward-thinking policies – including the enactment of Africa’s first Green Hydrogen Code – positions it as a leader in the global energy transition. With highly competitive production costs, the country offers a compelling environment for investment. We are honored to play a role in this journey.
Khaled expressed optimism about the collaboration, stating, “I am delighted to formalize this framework agreement with the Danish company GreenGo Energy. This demonstrates the private sector’s continued confidence in the development of green hydrogen projects in Mauritania despite global uncertainties surrounding demand.
Mauritania’s advantages for green hydrogen production include world-class solar and wind energy potential, coastal access for water desalination and export, and production costs that are up to 50% lower than in Northern Europe. The country has also established a strong track record in attracting global energy development projects and is strategically located near European demand centers.
