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IHI × Tohoku University Co-creation Research Center of Ammonia Value Chain for Carbon Neutrality

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IHI × Tohoku University Co-creation Research Center of Ammonia Value Chain for Carbon Neutrality

Name

Toshiro Fujimori Ph.D.
Specially appointed professor (Research), Institute of Fluid Science ・　Technical supervisor, Technology & Intelligence Integration, IHI Corporation
Hideaki Kobayashi Ph.D.
Professor, Institute of Fluid Science

Outline of Research

For carbon neutral by 2050 in Japan, where renewable energy resources are limited, there are significant expectations for the use of fuel ammonia, which does not emit CO₂ when it is burned. To accelerate the implementation of fuel ammonia in society, we will search for and solve problems in the entire ammonia value chain, including producing, transportation, and storage, in addition to the development of utilization technology as a fuel.

Research Purpose

In the construction of the ammonia value chain, which IHI Corporation is focusing on as a decarbonization project, we will bring together the wisdom of industry and academia through collaboration research and joint testing with Tohoku University for the development of combustion technology for ammonia gas turbines, ammonia-resistant materials, and pioneering new technology for the entire value chain.

Expected Effect

The ammonia value chain encompasses the entire utilization technology and supply chain. In addition to large-scale power generation, it is expected to accelerate decarbonization in diverse sectors such as industrial production, shipping, ports, and materials, as well as development of international ammonia supply chains.

Achievements

IHI Corporation and Tohoku University have jointly conducted fundamental and application research through national projects such as SIP program and are aiming for further collaboration.