Can low-carbon fertiliser command a premium? Yara bets it can

Yara has launched Europe’s largest industrial carbon-capture facility at its Sluiskil ammonia and fertiliser plant, aiming to capture and store up to 800,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually and reduce the carbon footprint of fertiliser production. The project demonstrates that large-scale decarbonisation of ammonia production is technically possible, but its commercial success depends on whether customers are willing to pay a premium for lower-carbon fertiliser products in price-sensitive markets. The initiative is a test case for building low-carbon value chains in agriculture and industry, with European policymakers highlighting its importance for climate goals and industrial competitiveness.