Sustainable ammonia production from waste via chemical looping and mechanochemical synthesis: A comparative life cycle and techno-economic analysis

Key Points

• Sustainable ammonia production from waste is achieved through chemical looping and mechanochemical synthesis.
• The techno-economic analysis indicates potential for lower costs and environmental impacts compared to conventional methods.
• Life cycle assessment highlights significant benefits in resource efficiency and sustainability over traditional ammonia production.
• Innovative production methods could reduce reliance on fossil fuels and enhance circular economy principles.