We are excited to announce that the AMBER project has officially launched! This groundbreaking initiative, made possible by Stimulus, aims to effectively reduce ammonia emissions in livestock farming. It will achieve this by developing a combination of high-tech technologies that not only reduce ammonia emissions but also measure them in real-time to ensure the reductions are maintained. AMBER stands for ‘Ammonia Emissions Better Reduction,’ and it brings together various partners, each playing a crucial role in achieving this ambition. Thanks to the financial support from the European Union, this project will address a European-wide issue with innovative solutions.In Europe, there is an increasing need to reduce the amount of nitrogen in the air. Consequently, the European agricultural sector is under pressure to quickly and effectively reduce ammonia emissions while ensuring proper maintenance. The AMBER project combines measurement technology, emission reduction, and system integration to develop a comprehensive solution for agriculture.
Innoflex will focus on developing an advanced nitrogen mitigation system. This system employs a process where a photocatalytic material is activated by light, breaking down ammonia into harmless gases. Using light results in low energy consumption, requires no chemicals, and involves minimal maintenance. This is essential for reducing the impact of ammonia emissions on our environment, animal health, and achieving the goal of 85% ammonia reduction.
To ensure the achievement of the project’s goals, it is crucial to accurately measure the final ammonia emissions. VTEC Lasers & Sensors will develop a photonic chip that will be essential for accurately measuring ammonia at the barn level at an affordable price. Current optical sensors are too expensive, large, and fragile to integrate into emission reduction solutions. This chip will drastically reduce costs, making the system more robust and compact. The chip will play a crucial role in accurately measuring and monitoring ammonia levels, effectively reducing emissions rather than just modeling them.
Spectrik will focus on the development of the product and system design around the photonic chip. This will ensure the chip can be effectively integrated into Innoflex’s solution and eventually other emission-reducing systems. Thus, it becomes an integral part of our efforts to address the nitrogen crisis.This project is an exciting step forward on the path to sustainable livestock farming. We are determined to collaborate for a cleaner and healthier future for everyone, not just in the Netherlands, but worldwide!
