European Investment Bank approves up to USD 95 million to finance ATOME PLC’s Villeta Green Hydrogen Fertiliser Plant in Paraguay

The European Investment Bank's commitment of up to USD 95 million in debt financing for ATOME PLC's Villeta Green Hydrogen Fertiliser Plant establishes Paraguay's inaugural facility of this kind. This financing package provides crucial capital for ATOME PLC, a London-based green hydrogen and ammonia producer listed on AIM, as it develops large-scale facilities in Paraguay and Iceland. The debt commitment directly supports ATOME PLC's ambition to target over 200 MW of production capacity for industrial applications, with the Villeta plant representing a key component of this strategy in Paraguay. The EIB's involvement de-risks the Villeta project, enabling the development of a green hydrogen and ammonia production facility in a new market for this technology. Announced on 2026-03-13, this USD 95 million financing aligns with the EIB's mandate to support sustainable development projects globally. For the European Investment Bank, this USD 95 million debt financing aligns directly with its core mission as the lending arm of the European Union, supporting sustainable development projects. The EIB's focus on EU policy objectives, including innovation and sustainable development, is evident in its backing of Paraguay's first green hydrogen fertilizer plant. ATOME PLC, as the borrower, significantly advances its project pipeline with this EIB commitment for its Villeta facility in Paraguay. The London-based company, listed on AIM, is actively developing large-scale green hydrogen and ammonia production facilities in both Paraguay and Iceland. This financing specifically aids ATOME PLC in achieving its broader target of over 200 MW of production capacity for industrial use.