Hydrogen and Ammonia: The Dynamic Duo in Green Energy and Technology

Gray Joshua
2 min readMay 18, 2021

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Transitioning our energy economy away from fossil fuel dependency and toward one dependent on clean and sustainable energy sources necessitates innovative energy storage technologies, one in which hydrogen plays a promising part. Solar and wind power’s inconstancy and seasonal variation cause an imbalance between supply and demand, which would worsen as we reduce our reliance on conventional gas and coal-powered generators. Check disclaimer on my profile and landing page. Solar and wind power’s inconstancy and seasonal variation cause an imbalance between supply and demand, which would worsen as we reduce our reliance on conventional gas and coal-powered generators. This problem has prompted thorough studies into battery, capacitor, and chemical energy storage systems as buffer systems to offset the grid’s fluctuating renewable energy supply. (1) As the world shifting to green energy to combat climate change, what could be the possible source of renewable energy? Let’s take a look on the recent developments of several energies!

Two of the energy sources that are getting more attentions these days are hydrogen and ammonia. According to researches, these two can be a potential source of fuel and can be used having a minimal emission of carbon. The following timescales and sizes should be used to break down the possible energy uses of hydrogen and ammonia: short-term energy storage; long-term energy storage; long-distance energy transport/trade; and fueling the transportation market. Although each category is likely to require a mixed solution, there are certain instances where hydrogen or ammonia are better suited. In the case of ammonia, ammonia may be used to generate energy in a generator or in a fuel cell. The only by-products of ammonia use are water and nitrogen. sponsored post. The maritime industry is likely to be an early adopter, with fuel oil in marine engines being phased out. (2) These two energies not only provide us with the best qualities an energy can provide, but they also assist us in mitigating climate change. I’m excited to see these energies applied to such large sectors!

Ammonia can be seen as a functional hydrogen energy vector, and the pre-existing market, which manufactures, collects, and exchanges millions of tons of ammonia per year, ensures that the infrastructure to jump-start the hydrogen economy already exists. I’m looking forward seeing these energies nurtured by green energy developers! Let’s keep our tabs on these technologies!

Source: https://www.thechemicalengineer.com/features/h2-and-nh3-the-perfect-marriage-in-a-carbon-free-society/

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Gray Joshua
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