Microbubble-Enhanced Cold Plasma Nitrogen Fixation as Sustainable Hydrogen Carrier

The cold plasma technology enables decentralizing ammonia synthesis in conversion of nitrogen in air to hydrogen carrier. The clean technology to be developed in this project may position Alberta as a leader in sustainable ammonia and hydrogen production, attracting investments and creating job opportunities.

Project at a Glance

Funding Recipient: University of Alberta
Funding Awarded: $423,400
Project Duration: Feb 1, 2024 – Jan 31, 2026
Sector: Clean Technology, Energy, Environment
Program: Advancing Hydrogen - Competition 2

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Ammonia is emerging as a promising hydrogen carrier for clean energy applications due to its high hydrogen content and ease of transport and storage. This project aims to revolutionize ammonia synthesis by utilizing cold plasma activation and electrocatalysis. The new technology is a green and ecofriendly approach for green ammonia synthesis with low energy consumption. The approach can eliminate the need for hydrogen feedstock in ammonia synthesis and produce ammonia on demand in decentralized facilities. The successful implementation of cold plasma technology for ammonia synthesis may have the potential to revolutionize the production of this vital chemical.