Amogy and Amun Energy Advance Commercial Ammonia Power Project in South Korea
Amogy and Amun Energy have signed a supply agreement to support the development of a commercial-scale ammonia-based power generation project in Pohang, South Korea, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of ammonia-to-power technology.
Under the agreement, Amogy will provide its ammonia-to-power systems for the distributed energy project, which will begin with a 1 MW pilot installation before being scaled up to 40 MW of ammonia-based generation capacity by 2029. The project forms part of Amun Energy’s strategy to accelerate the commercial deployment of ammonia-powered electricity generation across South Korea.
Amun Energy, a subsidiary of GS Engineering & Construction, is working with Amogy to develop the project following an earlier pilot initiative announced by the two companies. The new agreement establishes the framework for the phased expansion of the Pohang facility towards full commercial operation over the coming years.
The project comes amid growing interest in carbon-free energy technologies capable of providing reliable power at scale. Amogy’s proprietary ammonia cracking technology converts ammonia into hydrogen and nitrogen, with the hydrogen subsequently used to generate electricity without carbon emissions at the point of use. The technology is designed for stationary and distributed power applications and is increasingly being explored as part of broader efforts to decarbonise energy systems.
The supply agreement is intended to provide a clear pathway for moving ammonia-to-power technology from demonstration projects to commercial deployment. Through the phased rollout in Pohang, the partners aim to establish an operational model that could support wider adoption of ammonia-based power generation both in South Korea and internationally.
Seonghoon Woo, Chief Executive Officer of Amogy, said ammonia is emerging as a practical solution for power markets seeking scalable carbon-free energy. He noted that the partnership with Amun Energy is creating a commercial pathway for expanding ammonia-powered distributed generation in Korea.
Ki Tae Kim, Chief Executive Officer of Amun Energy, said the Pohang deployment provides a foundation for the long-term commercialisation of ammonia-based power generation. He described the agreement as an important step in transforming the technology from demonstration projects into scalable energy infrastructure.
The Pohang project highlights South Korea’s continuing efforts to develop its hydrogen and ammonia economy and reflects growing recognition of ammonia’s potential as a transportable, scalable fuel for next-generation power generation. As countries seek reliable low-carbon energy solutions, ammonia is increasingly being viewed as a potential component of future energy systems alongside renewable power, hydrogen and energy storage technologies.
