1 MW Pilot Power Generation System Planned for 2026 Deployment Marks Milestone in Clean Energy Advancement

Amogy, a provider of scalable and efficient ammonia-to-power solutions, today announced a collaboration with GS Engineering & Construction (GS E&C), HD Hyundai Infracore (HDI), and Pohang-si, the largest city in North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea, to deploy an ammonia-powered distributed power generation system. This initiative marks a pivotal step in advancing ammonia as a carbon-free fuel of the future, while positioning Pohang-si as a regional hub for next-generation clean energy innovation.

The companies are partnering to co-develop and deploy a 1-megawatt (MW) pilot power generation system by 2026, with plans to scale up to 40 MW for commercial operations by 2028-2029. The system will feature a fully integrated solution combining Amogy’s proprietary ammonia cracking technology with HDI’s HX22 hydrogen engine, supported by GS E&C’s expertise in infrastructure investment, construction, and system operations.

This collaboration builds on the previously announced partnership between Amogy and HDI to integrate their respective technologies. Amogy’s ammonia cracking system utilizes advanced catalyst materials to efficiently convert ammonia into hydrogen. When paired with the HDI’s hydrogen engine, the result is a scalable ammonia-to-power solution well-suited to deliver reliable, carbon-free electricity to the grid.

Pohang-si will support the designation of a distributed energy specialty complex, supporting the development of related infrastructure, regulatory approvals, and facilitating the establishment of local R&D and production facilities to enable long-term impact.

“This partnership is not only about bringing clean distributed energy to Pohang, but also about establishing a replicable model for energy-resilient cities across Korea and beyond,” said Seonghoon Woo, CEO of Amogy. “We’re proud to contribute our ammonia-to-power technology to a project that aligns perfectly with Pohang’s energy ambitions and economic growth strategy.”

“In the face of an escalating climate risk, the integration of climate technology and sustainable practices is no longer a choice. Coping with climate change requires bold innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to reduce environmental impact,” says Jong-hwan Lee, Senior Vise President and Head of New Business Development at GS E&C. “GS E&C is truly delighted to have the opportunity to collaborate with Amogy and HDI in Pohang, Korea, where ammonia/hydrogen is the key to energy transition success from carbon-based energy. Our expectations are high not only for this partnership, but also for the promising collaborations that lie ahead.”

This initiative directly supports South Korea’s clean energy policies, such as the Distributed Energy Act (DEA), by accelerating the deployment of hydrogen and ammonia-based power generation. As an industrial hub with strong infrastructure and clean energy ambitions, Pohang-si is well-positioned to serve as a model for regional energy transformation, advancing both national and local efforts to scale sustainable power solutions across the country.

Deputy Mayor of Pohang, Jang Sang-gil, stated, “By fostering Pohang’s clean ammonia-based carbon-free energy industry as a national future growth engine in South Korea, this partnership will drive innovation in the hydrogen industry centered around the Pohang Hydrogen-Specialized Complex, aiming to make South Korea the world’s leading hydrogen industry powerhouse.” He added, “We will strongly support the successful deployment of this collaboration, including the support in order to be designated as a Distributed Energy Specialty Complex, under the recent introduction of Distributed Energy Act in South Korea.”

This pilot project also marks a key milestone in Amogy’s commercialization journey by showcasing the real-world viability of its ammonia-to-power technology in grid-connected applications and laying the groundwork for broader adoption across the stationary power sector.

Source: BUSINESS WIRE