WAH₂ – Low Emissions Ammonia

Leading the Industry: The WAH₂ Clean Energy Project

The WAH2 project exemplifies scale, innovation, and industry leadership, setting a new benchmark for clean ammonia development.

• A Pioneer in Clean Ammonia: Positioned as one of the world’s largest ammonia projects, WAH₂ leverages proven technology and global partnerships to deliver low-emission ammonia at scale before 2030.
• Unmatched Infrastructure Advantages: The project’s proximity to a deepwater export port, existing gas pipelines, and mature CCS infrastructure enables cost-effective, globally competitive production.

Ideally situated within the Maitland Strategic Industrial Area (SIA), the site provides direct access to key energy and logistics infrastructure, minimising development risk and costs.

• Strategic Global Partnerships: Collaborations with industry leaders like Chevron, Pilbara Ports Authority, and global clean energy stakeholders de-risk development and accelerate project progress.

 

What Clean Ammonia Brings to the World

Clean ammonia is revolutionising the global energy landscape by enabling a sustainable and efficient transition to net-zero emissions:

• Emissions-Free at Use: Clean ammonia produces no direct emissions at the point of consumption, making it ideal for heavy industries, power generation, and marine fuel.
• A Closed Carbon Loop: Using advanced carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, CO₂ is sequestered in the same fields where natural gas is extracted, creating a circular and sustainable process.
• Efficient Hydrogen Delivery: As a stable, energy-dense carrier, ammonia is the most practical way to store and transport hydrogen globally.
• Decarbonising Heavy Industry:Ammonia is critical for reducing emissions in power generation, shipping, and other hard-to-abate sectors.

Driving Momentum with Government and Industry Support

The clean ammonia sector is gaining rapid traction, supported by robust policy frameworks and market incentives:

• Hydrogen Production Tax Incentive: The Australian Government is incentivising low-emission ammonia production for both domestic use and exports.
• Infrastructure and Grant Support: Western Australia’s initiatives, such as the Pilbara Carbon Capture and Storage Project, strengthen the foundation for large-scale clean energy projects.
• Surging International Demand: Policies such as Japan’s Hydrogen Society Promotion Act and South Korea’s Clean Hydrogen Portfolio Standard highlight the urgent global shift toward clean ammonia for power generation and marine fuels.

The Impact on Australia

Clean ammonia is not just an energy solution for the world—it is a game-changer for Australia’s economy and sustainability:

• Future-Proofing Exports: Clean ammonia secures Australia’s position as a leading global supplier of low-emission energy.
• Decarbonised Resource Exports: Low-emission ammonia supports the sustainable transport of Australia’s natural resources, aligning with global climate targets.
• Value Creation & Domestic Industry Growth: Converting local raw materials into high-value, low-carbon ammonia boosts Australia’s economy and creates skilled jobs.

Why WAH₂ Stands Out

• Advanced Technology: WAH₂ utilizes gas reforming with CCS, a proven, lower-cost solution compared to electrolysis-based alternatives.
• Global Market Readiness: Production targeted before 2030, with a focus on exporting to high-demand markets like Japan, South Korea, and Europe.
• First-Mover Advantage: WAH₂ is one of the most advanced clean ammonia export projects globally, positioned to capture early market opportunities

NH3’s WAH₂ Project – A Clean Ammonia Leader

With its scale, strategic location, and secured partnerships, the WAH₂ project is poised to become a global leader in the clean ammonia market, delivering cost-competitive, low-carbon energy at scale.