Goal 13
Climate Action

Goal 13: Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

Sustainable Development Goal 13 (SDG 13) calls for urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. This goal is critical for the future of our planet, addressing one of the most pressing global challenges of our time.

Climate Action: At Abu Qir, our unwavering commitment lies in producing our products while strictly adhering to rigorous standards. By doing so, we not only meet the highest quality criteria but also ensure that the consumption of our products has a positive impact on the environment. We aim to mitigate climate change and prevent soil degradation. We constantly monitor our emissions to ensure they remain well below the limits of governmental regulations. This proactive approach underscores our dedication to environmental responsibility and sustainability.

SOURCES OF GHG EMISSIONS:

GHG emissions within our company primarily emanate from various sources associated with our core activities. These sources include but are not limited to:

• Production Plants: The core production processes, including ammonia and urea manufacturing, nitric acid production, and ammonium nitrate synthesis, contribute significantly to GHG emissions. These emissions are a result of various chemical reactions and energy-intensive operations.
• Energy Usage: The energy required for plant operations, including electricity and heating, is a notable source of GHG emissions. Combustion of fossil fuels, such as natural gas, for energy generation contributes to these emissions.
• Waste Management: The disposal and management of waste materials, including solid waste and hazardous waste, can result in GHG emissions. Landfills and incineration processes are sources of these emissions.

 

REDUCTION EFFORTS TO MITIGATE GHG EMISSIONS

Abu Qir Fertilizers Company is steadfast in its commitment to mitigating GHG emissions through various ongoing initiatives and planned projects. These reduction efforts address emissions from multiple sources within our operations and showcase our dedication to environmental stewardship.

ONGOING REDUCTION INITIATIVES:

Nitrous Oxide from Ammonium Nitrate Production

Ammonium nitrate production processes can release nitrous oxide, a potent GHG. Our initiative focuses on capturing and reducing these emissions to minimize our carbon footprint. The N2O emissions reduction initiative will substantially reduce 1,346,842 tons of CO2 equivalent annually.

Nitrous Oxide Removal and Absorption Unit (Nitric Acid Plant)

Our nitric acid plant has a nitrous oxide removal and absorption unit, significantly reducing emissions. Annually, this initiative saves approximately 1,065,000 tons of CO2 equivalent, substantially reducing emissions from our nitric acid operations

Carbon Dioxide Liquefaction and Reuse:

We’ve implemented three plants for the liquefaction and reuse of carbon dioxide, an essential greenhouse gas. These plants are vital in minimizing emissions and reducing our carbon footprint. Annually, they save around 206,700 tons of CO2 equivalent.

Waste Recycling:

Our commitment to responsible waste management includes recycling different types of waste. We recycle 1,800 tons of regular solid waste annually, avoiding emissions equivalent to 1,980 tons of CO2 . Recycling 105 tons of finished catalyst waste also prevents emissions of 1,395 tons of CO2 . Further, the recycling of 1,000 tons of various solid hazardous waste results in an emissions reduction of 2,980 tons of CO2. Recycling 105 tons of discarded oils also reduces emissions, saving 862 tons of CO2 .

Solar Power Generation Project:

Solar power generation project on a small scale, contributing to emissions reduction by saving approximately 170 tons of CO2 equivalent annually.

Green Spaces and Tree Planting

Creating green spaces covering about 93,600 square meters and cultivating 36,100 trees across our facilities are vital in reducing emissions. These green spaces and trees collectively contribute to an emissions reduction of 19.6 tons of CO2 and 1,900 tons of CO2 equivalent, respectively.