Comparative assessment of NH3 production and utilization in agriculture, energy and utilities, and transportation systems for Ontario

Alternative fuels and energy resources play a key role in both the short and long term sustainable development of transportation. Ammonia (NH3) is the only carbon-free chemical energy carrier (other than hydrogen) suitable for use as a transportation fuel. NH3 can be produced using either fossil fuels,
or any renewable energy source, using heat and/or electricity. Comparative thermodynamic and life cycle analysis related to ammonia production and ammonia based applications such as transportation options will be undertaken. A scenario analysis using Life cycle assessment (LCA) methodology will
be conducted to investigate environmental performance of the selected ammonia production methods such as oil sand and hydropower based systems. Experimental investigation of selected ammonia production opportunities will be studied.

Faculty Supervisor:

Ibrahim Dincer

Student:

Partner:

Hydrofuel Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Green/Alternative Energy; Sustainability & the Environment; Transportation (excluding aerospace)

University:

University of Ontario Institute of Technology

Program: