Global emissions implications from co-combusting ammonia in coal fired power stations: An analysis of the Japan-Australia supply chain

Presented on August 25, 2022 during the Ammonia Energy Conference 2022 – Australia

Authors Reza Fazeli Australian National University

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Abstract

This study considers the emissions implications of co-combusting imported ammonia in coal-fired power stations. The study adopts a supply chain approach, estimating the emissions reduction potential of 20% ammonia co-combustion in coal-fired power stations in the country of use (Japan), and the emissions associated with ammonia production in the country of origin (Australia).

The results show co-combustion of ammonia produced with SMR-HB provides no net benefit for the combined country emissions, as ammonia production related greenhouse emissions in Australia are equivalent to the emission reductions in Japan. In contrast, co-firing ammonia produced from fully renewable sources reduces emissions in the two countries in 2030 by 43 MT per annum.

Topics Ammonia Energy Import/Export Ammonia-Coal Dual Fuel Emissions Power Generation

Authors Reza.Fazeli

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