Recently, a delegation formed by Luo Jing, JNG Global CEO, Qi Lifang, JNG Vice President, Lv Yaping, JNG Vice President, Prof. Ran Wei, Agricultural Expert and Consultant, and Huo Xikang, Engineer from the International Department, traveled to Brazil for a five-day visit. The delegation conducted exchanges with enterprises and government institutions, including Diamante Energy Group, the Beneficent Association of the Coal Industry of Santa Catarina State (SATC), State Government of Rio Grande do Sul, Copelmi Mining Ltd., Legislative Assembly of Rio Grande do Sul, State Secretariat for Environment and Infrastructure of Rio Grande do Sul, the Ministry of Mines and Energy of Brazil, the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil, and Social Communication Secretariat of the Presidency.
On this trip to Brazil, the JNG delegation, carrying utmost sincerity, endured a journey of over 30 hours and was warmly welcomed by the Brazilian government leaders and business executives upon arrival. During technical exchanges, JNG’s Ammonia-Based Desulfurization and Decarbonization with Fertilizer Co-Production Technology received high recognition and praise. As a result, the delegation secured multiple cooperation intentions, laying a solid foundation for JNG to further expand its overseas markets and deepen its global strategic presence.
Desulfurization Project Intent Contract Signed, Supporting Local Agriculture
On the morning of October 23, the JNG delegation inspected the coal-fired power plant of Brazil’s Diamante Energy Group in Tubarão, Santa Catarina, and held in-depth discussions with Pedro Grunauer Kassab (Vice President of Diamante Energy Group), Pedro Akos Litsek (Chairman of the power plant), and Jefferson S. de Oliverira (Director of Operations and Technology), among others. The talks focused on the feasibility study of ammonia-based desulfurization at the plant and the future development plan. Chairman Pedro warmly welcomed the JNG delegation and provided a detailed introduction to the plant’s operations. Currently, the Diamante power plant could contribute around 25% of Santa Catarina’s electricity supply, making it the leading energy providers in the region. The two parties exchanged views on key issues such as the construction of the desulfurization unit and the source of liquid ammonia. Diamante Energy Group expressed the hope of signing a desulfurization project contract in the first quarter of next year and plans to install ammonia-based desulfurization units in its coal-fired units.
In the afternoon, the delegation visited SATC in Criciúma, Santa Catarina. Association President Fernando Luiz Zancan personally received the delegation and guided a tour of SATC’s kindergarten, laboratories, R&D center, etc. Later, the delegation held discussions with Marcio Zanuz (Technical Director of SATC’s R&D Center), Thiago Fernandes de Aquino (Technical Center Specialist) and others on “Ammonia-Based Desulfurization and Decarbonization with Co-Production of Nitrogen Fertilizer.” The Brazilian side showed great interest in JNG’s technology. The two sides also discussed the large-scale application of ammonium bicarbonate in Brazilian agriculture. The Brazilian representatives expressed their willingness to connect with relevant Brazilian fertilizer institutions and organizations to jointly carry out field trials of ammonium bicarbonate fertilizers.
The Government of Rio Grande do Sul Takes Initiative to Facilitate Partnerships, Drive Economic Growth and Employment
On the afternoon of October 24, the JNG delegation visited the Government of Rio Grande do Sul and held talks with Ernani Polo (Secretary of Economic Development), Marcelo Camardelli Rosa (Secretary of Environment and Infrastructure), Márcio Madalena (Secretary of Agriculture, Livestock, Sustainable Production and Irrigation), and Special Advisor Issa Osterkamp, among others. Both sides exchanged views on the application of JNG’s ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with nitrogen fertilizer co-production to cater to the state’s development needs. The Government of Rio Grande do Sul noted that the state holds 90% of Brazil’s coal resources, and JNG’s technology can enable the clean use of this abundant resource while producing urgently needed fertilizers, thereby driving local economic growth and boosting employment. The state government also expressed its hope that the Secretariat of Economic Development, the Secretariat of Environment and Infrastructure, and the Secretariat of Agriculture will jointly sign an MOU with JET to foster cooperation and deliver solutions in energy transition, agriculture, and environmental development. Fernando Luiz Zancan (President of SATC) also attended the meeting.
Strong Cooperation Intent from Coal Giant, Rio Grande do Sul Senate Actively Supports Project Legislation
On the morning of October 25, the JNG delegation visited Copelmi Mineração Ltda. in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, and held in-depth discussions with Cesar (Chairman), Luis (Deputy General Manager), Cristiano (Department Head), and Levi (Technical Director), among others, on JNG’s ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with nitrogen fertilizer co-production. The two sides explored potential cooperation in coal applications. Copelmi expressed interest in signing an MOU with JNG and in visiting JNG’s facilities and projects as soon as possible.
(Founded in 1883, Copelmi has been engaged in coal-related businesses for over a century. As a pioneer in coal exploration in Brazil, it holds mining rights for over 300 million tons of coal, supplying more than 80% of Brazil’s industrial coal and contributing significantly to the country’s mining and power generation development.)
After the visit to Copelmi, the delegation went to the Rio Grande do Sul State Senate and held exchanges with the Senate President and legislators responsible for environmental bills. The Brazilian side noted that JNG’s ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with fertilizer co-production could greatly advance clean coal utilization, energy security upgrades, fertilizer production capacity, economic development, and employment growth in Rio Grande do Sul. The discussions also covered relevant legislation on coal, energy, and environmental matters in Brazil. The Brazilian side formally entrusted relevant officials from the State Secretariat for Environment to coordinate with JNG to advance legislative proposals supporting the project.
In the afternoon of October 25, invited by the Secretary of Environment and Infrastructure of Rio Grande do Sul, the delegation visited the State Secretariat for Environment and Infrastructure. Both sides held in-depth exchanges on new energy, green hydrogen and green ammonia production, and their use in coal-fired boilers for desulfurization and decarbonization with nitrogen fertilizer co-production. The Secretary expressed willingness to explore cooperation and indicated plans to visit JNG and its projects at the end of November.
Supporting Brazil’s Energy Transition and Boosting Local Fertilizer Production
On the morning of October 26, the JNG delegation visited the Ministry of Mines and Energy of Brazil and held talks with Andreia Schmidt (Director of the Ministry), Alexandra Sales (Ministerial Assistant), Reinaldo Garcia (Project Supervisor), Thiago Barral (Director of National Energy Transition and Planning), and Enir Mendes (Chief Coordinator, Office of the Secretariat of National Geology, Mining and Mineral Transformation), among others. Both sides discussed the implementation of JNG’s ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with nitrogen fertilizer co-production in Brazilian coal-fired power plants. The Brazilian side noted that JNG’s technology fully aligns with Brazil’s development needs and plans and expressed hope that JNG could help Brazil’s energy transition, carbon emission reduction, and agricultural fertilizer development. They also indicated willingness to coordinate with the Brazilian Energy Transition Committee and the Fertilizer Usage Committee to jointly promote the application of JNG’s advanced technology in Brazil. At the same time, relevant assistance will also be provided in the carbon market. Fernando Luiz Zancan (President of SATC), Jorge Nemr (Chairman of Diamante Energy Group), and Pedro Grunauer Kassab (Vice President of Diamante Energy Group) attended the meeting.
In the afternoon, the delegation visited the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil, holding discussions with Cleber Oliveira Soares (Deputy Minister), Jose Polidoro (Director of Agriculture and Strategy), Reinaldo Carvalho Vergara (Director of Foreign Trade and Investment), and Luiz Claudio de Santanae Caruso (Head of International Relations), among others, to exchange views on desulfurization and decarbonization with fertilizer co-production technology in coal-fired power plants. The Brazilian side emphasized that Brazil’s agriculture is highly dependent on imported fertilizers, making sustainable green solutions both an opportunity and a challenge. JNG’s technology can help Brazil produce more fertilizers locally, which is vital for the country’s agricultural development. They also noted that the new technology can drive reforms in the Brazilian energy sector, create more employment opportunities, and promote economic growth. The Brazilian side warmly welcomed JNG to bring its technology and capital to Brazil. Additionally, they proposed that JNG sign an MOU with the Agricultural Science Research Institute of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock to conduct field trials of compound fertilizers, and to submit a parliamentary bill on science and technology to the Brazilian Congress to better showcase JNG’s technology and advantages. Fernando Luiz Zancan (President of SATC) and Pedro Grunauer Kassab (Vice President of Diamante Energy Group) attended the meeting.
Jointly Tackling the Adverse Impacts of Climate Change and Accelerating Energy Transition Goals
On the morning of October 27, the JNG delegation held in-depth discussions with Voltaire Santos (Director of Media, Social Communication Secretariat of the Presidency of the Republic of Brazil), Thiago Braga (Coordinator for Media Liaison with Brazilian States) and others on the application and promotion of ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with nitrogen fertilizer co-production in Brazilian coal-fired power plants. The Brazilian side mentioned that recent flooding in Rio Grande do Sul caused by climate change has brought significant challenges to the country, but JNG’s technology could help mitigate the adverse effects of climate change while enabling coal-fired power plants to convert CO₂ and SO₂ emissions into fertilizers, achieving energy transition, promoting clean coal utilization, and supporting local fertilizer production. This aligns perfectly with President Lula’s goals to address Brazil’s environmental challenges, energy transition, and food security issues.
The five-day visit to Brazil concluded successfully, with the JNG delegation returning with significant achievements. The trip not only showcased JNG’s globally leading patented technologies but also sent a strong signal of potential commercial cooperation to the international market.
Currently, JNG has successfully signed project contracts in the United States, Bulgaria, and various European countries. It has also established a long-term strategic partnership with Arkad S.p.A, an engineering company, to promote JNG’s technologies and provide turnkey solutions across multiple industrial sectors, particularly in refining and power generation. The agreement covers key regions worldwide, especially Italy, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, and all countries along the Mediterranean coast. The ammonia-based desulfurization and decarbonization technology with nitrogen fertilizer co-production remains the cornerstone of JNG’s development and a primary showcase of the company’s technological strength.
This Brazil trip has further solidified JNG’s global strategic layout and reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to environmental protection. Moving forward, JNG will continue to optimize its core technologies, deepen domestic and international cooperation, and actively expand overseas markets, contributing meaningfully to global environmental protection, energy transition, and agricultural development. |