Syzygy Plasmonics and Lotte Chemical Make History with World's Largest Ammonia Cracking System in Ulsan
Key Ideas
- Successful testing in Ulsan demonstrates the viability of using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier, paving the way for clean ammonia imports in energy importing regions like Korea.
- Syzygy's Ammonia e-Cracking™ systems provide a proven and efficient way to crack imported ammonia for hydrogen, aiding in the decarbonization of hard-to-abate sectors.
- The Rigel cell in Ulsan achieved impressive results with 11 kWh/kg, 81% energy efficiency, 99% conversion, and 290 kg/d of hydrogen, setting a clear pathway for future designs.
- Lotte Chemical plans to commercialize the technology in South Korea, aiming to meet the country's growing hydrogen needs by building a small commercial plant in the near future.
Syzygy Plasmonics and Lotte Chemical have successfully commissioned and completed performance testing on the world's largest all-electric ammonia cracking system in Ulsan, South Korea. With support from Sumitomo Corporation Group, the project marks a significant breakthrough in using ammonia as a hydrogen carrier. The technology developed by Syzygy enables the cracking of imported ammonia for hydrogen, providing a clean energy solution for energy importing regions like Korea. This achievement is crucial for reducing global emissions and advancing the hydrogen economy.
The successful testing in Ulsan showcased impressive results, including 11 kWh/kg, 81% energy efficiency, 99% conversion, and 290 kg/d of hydrogen production. These outcomes highlight the efficiency and potential of the Ammonia e-Cracking™ systems developed by Syzygy. The collaboration between Lotte Chemical and Syzygy, supported by Sumitomo Corporation Group, has paved the way for the commercialization of this technology in South Korea.
Dr. Suman Khatiwada, Co-founder and CTO at Syzygy, emphasized the historical significance of the project and the positive impact it will have on regions like Korea, Japan, and Eastern Europe. The successful field testing in Ulsan has set a clear pathway for future Rigel cell designs, aiming to achieve even higher levels of hydrogen production efficiency.
Looking ahead, Lotte Chemical plans to work with Syzygy on identifying suitable applications for building a small commercial plant in South Korea. This strategic move aligns with South Korea's increasing demand for hydrogen and signifies a significant step towards meeting the country's energy needs with clean and sustainable solutions.
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