Israeli innovator GenCell reports a ground-breaking leap in green ammonia production with a 50 percent increase in efficiency, revolutionising the $100 billion ammonia market and bolstering prospects for emission-free alternatives
GenCell Ltd., a prominent provider of hydrogen and ammonia-to-power solutions, announced a significant advancement in its green ammonia synthesis process, revealing lab results showcasing a remarkable 50 percent Faradaic efficiency. This achievement surpasses the 25 percent efficiency typical in traditional green ammonia synthesis methods.
Rami Reshef, CEO and co-founder of GenCell, expressed profound excitement, highlighting the substantial progress in their quest to produce green ammonia as the world's future fuel. The breakthrough technology not only addresses the pressing need to reduce pollutant emissions but also expands the availability of green ammonia in various sectors, including energy, agriculture, maritime, aviation, and semiconductors.
In Petah Tikva, Israel, on Nov. 20, 2023, GenCell disclosed that the new process synthesises green ammonia directly from water at significantly lower temperatures and pressures than traditional methods globally. The company's lab results demonstrate a Faradaic efficiency of 50 percent, starkly contrasting the 25 percent achieved by conventional green ammonia production methods.
GenCell plans to submit a patent application for this ground-breaking invention, reinforcing its commitment to maintaining a competitive edge and protecting intellectual property. The company is evaluating this development's scientific and commercial implications, aiming to achieve green ammonia production at a lower cost than the prevalent alternative methods.
The overarching project aims to provide a clean, energy-efficient method for producing green ammonia, potentially offering an emission-free substitute for the approximately 235 million tonnes of ammonia produced annually using traditional processes, valued at an estimated $100 billion.
Green ammonia holds promise as a hydrogen carrier for the energy industry, a key component in fertilisers for agriculture, and a crucial resource for maritime, aviation, semiconductors, and other applications.
Rami Reshef believes that this scientific breakthrough positions GenCell to deliver revolutionary technology to the green ammonia market, contributing to ambitious zero-carbon emission targets outlined by the U.N.
Additionally, it enhances the availability of green ammonia for various applications, aligning with the global trend towards clean hydrogen projects. As of 2022, 85 percent of clean hydrogen projects globally involve shipping in the form of ammonia, with projected demand for ammonia diversifying to 688 Mt by 2050, according to IRENA.
Reshef concludes by asserting the strong business potential of this breakthrough and expressing confidence that combining this new technology with GenCell's existing products will redefine the energy landscape, accelerating the transition to renewables and eliminating the need for costly fuel transport.