[ green ammonia ]
From renewable energy to sustainable agriculture : linking the sustainable fertiliser value chain
One of the key applications of green hydrogen is in the production of green ammonia , which can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of nitrogen-based fertilizers . By integrating advanced technologies such as Stamicarbon ’ s NX STAMI Green Ammonia™ process , small to medium-scale plants can efficiently produce ammonia while lowering emissions . This shift offers an opportunity to decarbonize fertilizer production , contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices and helping meet the growing global demand for food in an environmentally responsible way .
By Deepak Shetty , Rolf Postma , Mahal Patel , and Nikolay Ketov , Stamicarbon
Renewable electricity , particularly from sources like wind , solar , and other renewable resources , is rapidly becoming a cornerstone of the global effort to decarbonize various industries . One of its most promising applications for industrial needs is the production of green hydrogen through water electrolysis – a clean and versatile fuel with vast potential to power hard-to-abate sectors such as metals , mining , and the production of sustainable marine and aviation fuels . This transition is being actively supported by various government incentives across different regions and shifting consumer demands .
However , green hydrogen ’ s transformative potential extends beyond heavy industries and transportation . In agriculture , hydrogen – currently sourced from fossil fuels processing – plays a crucial role in the production of ammonia , the foundation for nitrogen-based fertilizers . Given that the nitrogen fertilizer industry accounts for a significant portion of global greenhouse gas ( GHG ) emissions , decarbonizing fertilizer production is critical . By adopting sustainable technologies , a renewable electricitypowered , integrated green fertilizer complex can revolutionize the sector , transforming how the global demand for food supply is met . Stamicarbon , the nitrogen technology licensor of MAIRE S . p . A ., is at the forefront of enabling this value chain , driving greener farming practices for a sustainable future .
46 Hydrogen Tech World | Issue 19 | December 2024