Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
II. INTERNATIONAL FUTURE ENGINEERING CONFERENCE, Baku, Azerbaycan, 28 - 29 Nisan 2025, cilt.1, ss.184-193, (Tam Metin Bildiri)
Global warming is widely regarded as one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time, driven primarily by anthropogenic emissions. The shipping industry makes a significant contribution to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, accounting for approximately 3% of global carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions. This situation necessitates the sector's shift toward sustainable fuel alternatives. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) aims to reduce GHG emissions from shipping by at least 50% by 2050 compared to 2008 levels. In line with this goal, the adoption of low-carbon or zero-carbon fuels has become an inevitable requirement. Among alternative fuels, anhydrous ammonia (NH3) stands out due to its potential for zero carbon emissions. Ammonia, with its high energy density and potential for large-scale production using renewable energy, emerges as a promising zero-carbon fuel. However, significant challenges remain regarding its production, storage, safety, and infrastructure for use in the maritime sector. This paper explores the feasibility of ammonia as a marine fuel, analyzing its environmental benefits, technological feasibility, economic implications, and regulatory considerations. While ammonia holds great potential in reducing shipping emissions, overcoming its associated technical and economic barriers is critical for its viability as an alternative marine fuel.