AmA® Subsea Green Hydrogen Production designed for Offshore Wind Installations
AmA® provides a multipurpose solution for Offshore Wind Farms to comply with Nature Inclusive Design obligations while functioning as Anti Scour structures considering strongest cyclone Xavier currents, with a marinised electrolyzer that can be used directly with seawater to produce green hydrogen & green oxygen which improves efficiency and reduces intermittency.
We provide our customers with a Turn Key solution, including all basic and detailed engineering, permitting, as well as the manufacture of the AmA® system and its subsea installation & grid connection, with long term maintenance and decommission if required.
AmA® Offshore Green Hydrogen Production: Advanced Sea-Based Renewable Energy
The renewable energy landscape is witnessing significant advancements with the integration of multiple energy-harvesting technologies. The AmA® Offshore Green Hydrogen Production system is a testament to this technological synergy, effectively integrating offshore wind farms and floating solar arrays for efficient green hydrogen production directly from seawater.
Integrated Energy Harvesting: Wind, Solar, and Hydrogen
AmA® presents a comprehensive solution to offshore wind farm and floating solar field owners, addressing the critical issue of intermittency in renewable energy sources. Our system integrates a high-capacity energy storage battery, designed to harness and store energy during peak wind and solar periods. This stored energy is then utilised to generate green hydrogen, enhancing the overall efficiency of offshore installations. The AmA® system is uniquely capable of generating hydrogen directly from seawater, eliminating the need for desalination and avoiding the use of PFAS or other harmful chemicals.
In addition to its energy storage and hydrogen production capabilities, the AmA® system serves as an Artificial Modular Reef, providing robust anti-scour protection around monopiles. This feature is particularly crucial for installations in areas with strong currents, such as those experienced during Cyclone Xavier. Our design takes into account these extreme conditions, ensuring the stability and longevity of offshore structures.
The green hydrogen produced by the AmA® system is not the only ecological benefit. The electrolysis process also generates oxygen, which is dissolved into the surrounding water, improving the biological conditions and promoting marine life health. Furthermore, the byproducts of our hydrogen production are utilised in the creation of CO2-free concrete. This sustainable material is then employed in the manufacturing of the AmA® structures themselves, closing the loop in our environmentally conscious design.
For offshore wind farm and floating solar field owners, the AmA® system offers a multi-purpose solution: it mitigates the challenges of energy intermittency, enhances operational efficiency through green hydrogen production, provides effective anti-scour protection, and contributes positively to the marine environment. This innovative approach not only boosts the efficiency of renewable energy installations but also aligns with the principles of nature-inclusive design, representing a significant stride towards sustainable and ecologically responsible offshore energy development.
Direct Seawater Electrolysis: Enhancing Efficiency and Scalability
Traditional hydrogen production often relies on freshwater, presenting both scalability and environmental concerns. In contrast, the AmA® system adopts direct seawater electrolysis, bypassing freshwater requirements. This method offers broader site selection options for hydrogen production facilities and minimises ecological impact by leveraging the ocean's vast resources without compromising marine ecosystems.
Advancing Towards a Renewable Energy Horizon
The fusion of wind and solar technologies with the capability of the AmA® system to derive hydrogen directly from seawater represents a notable advancement in renewable energy engineering. By accessing the expansive energy reservoirs of the oceans and implementing cutting-edge technological processes, the AmA® Offshore Green Hydrogen Production system signifies a progressive step in renewable energy solutions, emphasizing efficiency, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.