Work Packages & Project Structure

WP1: Optimization of Catalyst for Green NH₃ Production

M1–M27
Lead Partner: CAS

Key Objectives

  • Optimization of NH₃ synthesis catalyst under green NH₃ conditions
  • Scale-up of NH₃ synthesis catalyst

Focus

Development and industrial-scale production of a new non-critical raw material (nCRM) NH₃ synthesis catalyst suitable for green NH₃ conditions.

Contributing Partners

CLA
UCL
CUT
SUP
KAV
CIE

WP2: Understanding Reaction Mechanism on a Molecular Level

M1–M30
Lead Partner: CUT

Key Objectives

  • Screen different catalysts for NH₃ cracking using modeling techniques
  • Recommend optimizations for catalytic materials
  • Provide insights on catalyst behavior under simulated process conditions

Focus

Study properties of catalysts for NH₃ synthesis and cracking using advanced modeling (DFT, ML, MD).

Contributing Partners

SUP
CAS
UCL
UniME

WP3: Optimization of Catalyst and Technology for NH₃ Cracking

M1–M33
Lead Partner: UniME

Key Objectives

  • Develop a stable thermocatalyst
  • Scale-up thermocatalyst for pilot unit
  • Develop stable electrocatalyst and electrode for zero-gap electrocell
  • Validate electrocatalytic technology

Focus

Develop and optimize nCRM thermocatalysts and electrocatalysts for NH₃ cracking, including scale-up and pilot validation.

Contributing Partners

UCL
CAS
CLA
KAV
CIE
SUP
CUT

WP4: Process Integration and Optimization

M1–M36
Lead Partner: CAS

Key Objectives

  • Develop alternative process schemes for NH₃ synthesis and cracking at lower temperature
  • Provide information for pilot design
  • Assess renewable energy integration
  • Provide a reliable digital twin for pilot understanding

Focus

Optimize the integrated system, prepare process flow diagrams, and develop digital twins and techno-economic assessments.

Contributing Partners

CLA
P2X
OST
UVa
UniME
UCL
KAV
CIE
HYS

WP5: Construction of Pilot Unit and Safety Evaluation

M6–M27
Lead Partner: HYS

Key Objectives

  • Design, manufacture, and construct the pilot
  • Conduct safety analysis

Focus

Engineering design, manufacturing, and safety evaluation (HAZOP) of the pilot unit for green NH₃ synthesis and cracking.

Contributing Partners

CAS
KAV
CIE

WP6: Test of Pilot Unit in Relevant Environment and Technology Assessment

M9–M36
Lead Partner: KAV

Key Objectives

  • Demonstrate integrated technology in the field
  • Validate performance parameters and generate upscaling data
  • Demonstrate technology to stakeholders

Focus

Prepare, test, and validate the pilot unit in a real industrial environment, including data analysis and AI-based performance evaluation.

Contributing Partners

CAS
CLA
HYS
CIE
UCL
UniME
UVa

WP7: Reporting and Knowledge Community Activities

M1–M36
Lead Partner: UVa

Key Objectives

  • Foster a dynamic reporting and knowledge community
  • Cultivate a community of practice
  • Integrate diverse perspectives

Focus

Active participation in the CETPartnership Knowledge Community, reporting, formative evaluation, and contribution to community activities.

Contributing Partners

CAS
CIE
CLA
CUT
HYS
KAV
OST
P2X
SUP
UCL
UniME

WP8: Sustainability Assessment

M18–M36
Lead Partner: UVa

Key Objectives

  • Sustainability evaluation
  • Market and societal assessment

Focus

Assess sustainability from process, holistic (LCA), and societal/market perspectives.

Contributing Partners

CAS
CLA
CIE
UniME
KAV

WP9: Coordination, Dissemination & Communication (D&C), Exploitation

M1–M36
Lead Partner: CAS

Key Objectives

  • Manage legal, contractual, financial, and administrative aspects
  • Maintain EC contact
  • Ensure timely and on-budget achievement of objectives

Focus

Overall project management, dissemination, open science, exploitation, and IPR management.

Contributing Partners

CIE
CLA
CUT
HYS
KAV
OST
P2X
SUP
UVa
UCL
UniME