Ammonia Could Be the Key to Low-Carbon, Efficient Hydrogen Storage

Karmactive Staff

Research work all over the globe, or at least most of it, has one common goal to meet – sustainability.

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While working towards the said goal, a compound that keeps coming up as an answer is ammonia (NH3).

Various research is going on all over the world to determine the strength and efficiency of ammonia.

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Ammonia can generate hydrogen, which can be used to produce thermal power and electricity.

As ammonia can be liquefied, it makes it easier to carry and store hydrogen.

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Studies and reports highlight the importance of using hydrogen to meet sustainability and environmental goals, and thus comes the importance of ammonia as its potential source.

Many companies all over the world have emphasized the applicability of ammonia in generating power.

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Studies suggest that ammonia should be handled with care to reduce any negative effect on the environment and climate.

Nonetheless, ammonia has much potential for a sustainable future with a reduced carbon footprint, and with constant research and development, ammonia can be used as a potential alternative.

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