The Saudi Investment Recycling Company (SIRC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Germany’s Concord Blue to develop a plant in Saudi Arabia that will convert sewage into renewable hydrogen. The first phase of the project will use Concord Blue’s Reformer technology to treat sewage sludge and other organic waste.
The Concord Blue Reformer employs a non-combustion reforming process to efficiently recycle waste into energy, supporting SIRC’s mission to reduce waste and promote renewable energy. This initiative aligns with the Kingdom’s broader environmental goals, including the Ministry of Environment’s plan to recycle up to 95% of the country’s waste by 2024.
Faisal Al-Solami, executive vice president of finance and strategic planning at SIRC, explained that SIRC will provide raw materials like sewage and agricultural waste, while Concord Blue will convert them into renewable hydrogen and train local personnel.
The project aims to recycle 100 million tonnes of waste annually and produce green hydrogen, biochar, and industrial-activated coal. This partnership supports Vision 2030’s recycling and sustainability goals, while also reducing emissions and contributing to the Kingdom’s transition to a hydrogen-powered economy. The first phase will reduce landfill waste, enhance hydrogen production, and foster local manufacturing.
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