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Abstract
Green Ammonia: A Pragmatic Pathway for Early Green Hydrogen Commercialization
Green hydrogen has been one of the most debated topics globally, particularly in Europe, in recent years. For some, it is a silver bullet capable of solving all energy challenges; for others, it is mere hype. Many, however, see it as essential for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors. While green hydrogen holds the potential for emissions reduction, numerous announced projects have been canceled due to high costs.
This presentation explores green ammonia production and its applications as a pathway for the early commercialization of green hydrogen. Our central question is: Can green ammonia serve as a viable early market for green hydrogen? We examine the key challenges facing green hydrogen and ammonia systems, outline the main components and innovative solutions in green ammonia production, and discuss a potential ecosystem to overcome production barriers. This presentation integrates technical and policy perspectives on green ammonia’s role in the transition to clean energy.
Biographical Sketch
Feridun Hamdullahpur, was the University of Waterloo’s sixth president and vice-chancellor (2010-2021) and has been an engineer, educator and leader over the span of his career in research and higher education.
A professor of mechanical engineering, Professor Hamdullahpur holds a PhD in chemical engineering from the Technical University of Nova Scotia after earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Istanbul.
Throughout his career, Professor Hamdullahpur has been an active researcher in thermo-fluids and energy engineering, a passionate teacher and an academic administrator. He has authored hundreds of scientific and academic publications and supervised over 50 graduate students. He was named a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering in 2014. He has served in various academic and administrative roles, including as a vice-president academic and provost at the University of Waterloo.
Professor Hamdullahpur was named a Specially Elected Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada (RSC) in 2018. This designation recognizes individuals who have made exceptionally valuable contributions to promoting the objectives of the RSC in ways that contribute significantly to Canadian society. In acknowledgment of Professor Hamdullahpur’s leadership in education and innovation, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in January 2013.