Polish-Japanese cooperation for green hydrogen and ammonia
Polish and Japanese companies formalised a partnership focusing on developing the state-of-the-art Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cell (SOEC) technology to produce green hydrogen for the decarbonization of ammonia production, Hynfra, one of the companies, announced.
Lukasiewicz Research Network New Chemical Syntheses Institute (INS), Rockfin, Hynfra, and Niterra Co. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance sustainable industrial practices. At the heart of this partnership lies the detailed planning and implementation of a small-scale SOEC demonstrator project, scheduled to begin operations in early 2026 at the facilities of one of the Polish chemical companies and Łukasiewicz INS in Puławy, Poland.
This demonstrator will serve as a key platform for validating SOEC technology, known for its exceptional electricity-to-chemical conversion efficiency, significantly lowering the energy required for hydrogen production. Additionally, the high operating temperatures of SOEC systems open the door for integration with the exothermic synthesis of ammonia via the Haber–Bosch process. This synergy enables the use of waste heat, further improving overall energy efficiency.
Beyond the demonstrator, the MoU outlines the joint development of a substantial megawatt (MW) scale SOEC pilot plant. If the pilot proves successful, the technology could be scaled for commercial use, helping the industry meet EU climate regulations and driving the decarbonization of fertiliser production.
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