GS E&C, Amogy, and Hyundai partner with South Korean city for ammonia-based clean power generation

This initiative marks a key 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 development.

The companies are partnering to co-develop and deploy a 1 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 knowledge 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 utilises 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 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 are proud to contribute our ammonia-to-power technology to a project that aligns with Pohang’s energy ambitions and economic growth strategy.”

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.

This pilot project also marks a key milestone in Amogy’s commercialisation 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.

Read the article online at: https://www.globalhydrogenreview.com/hydrogen/23042025/gs-ec-amogy-and-hyundai-partner-with-south-korean-city-for-ammonia-based-clean-power-generation/