Stand-alone zero-gap photoelectrochemical electrolyser for ammonia synthesis

R&D Focus Areas:
Direct hydrogen carrier production, Ammonia

Lead Organisation:
Macquarie University

Partners:
The Australian National University

Status:
Active

Start date:
January 2025

Completion date:
February 2028

Key contacts:
Professor Yijiao Jiang: yijiao.jiang@mq.edu.au

Funding:
AUD$604,842 – Australian Research Council (ARC)

Project total cost:
AUD$580,387

Project summary description:
This project aims to develop a stand-alone zero-gap photoelectrochemical electrolyser for ammonia generation from aqueous nitrate solution, driving by a tandem perovskite/silicon photocathode with cocatalysts. Anticipated outcomes encompass innovative engineering strategies to enhance sunlight absorption, minimize resistance, and achieve highly selective ammonia production, ultimately leading to a scaling-up electrolyser prototype.

Related publications and key links:
Grant – Grants Data Portal

Higher degree studies supported:
Two PhD students, one Masters student, and one post-doctoral fellow is supported.

 

Reviewed: February 2025