Recent Progress on Hydrogen Production from Ammonia Decomposition: Technical Roadmap and Catalytic Mechanism

Molecules. 2023 Jul 6;28(13):5245. doi: 10.3390/molecules28135245.

Abstract

Ammonia decomposition has attracted significant attention in recent years due to its ability to produce hydrogen without emitting carbon dioxide and the ease of ammonia storage. This paper reviews the recent developments in ammonia decomposition technologies for hydrogen production, focusing on the latest advances in catalytic materials and catalyst design, as well as the research progress in the catalytic reaction mechanism. Additionally, the paper discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each method and the importance of finding non-precious metals to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Overall, this paper provides a valuable reference for further research on ammonia decomposition for hydrogen production.

Keywords: ammonia decomposition; electrocatalytic; hydrogen production; non-thermal plasma-catalytic; photocatalytic; thermocatalytic.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Ammonia*
  • Catalysis
  • Hydrogen
  • Metals*

Substances

  • Ammonia
  • Metals
  • Hydrogen