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AEA Partners with MiQ for Global Ammonia Certification System

In a significant step towards promoting cleaner energy, the Ammonia Energy Association (AEA) has announced its collaboration with MiQ to establish the AEA Ammonia Certification System. This innovative global certification framework aims to facilitate transparent international trade in low-emission ammonia.

The Purpose of the AEA Ammonia Certification System

The AEA Ammonia Certification System is a voluntary initiative that is open to all players within the ammonia value chain. Its core goal is to ensure alignment across different regions and sectors, allowing ammonia producers, traders, and consumers to substantiate critical environmental information. This includes verified data regarding carbon emissions and the origin of the ammonia produced. By implementing a trustworthy certification system, the AEA and MiQ hope to enhance confidence in the clean ammonia market.

The project entered its initial pilot phase in October 2025, which included the launch of documentation and a global registry for managing the creation, transfer, and retirement of ammonia certificates. Early participants in the pilot are gearing up for their initial audits, bringing the first certified ammonia onto the market.

A Robust Digital Infrastructure

Operated by MiQ, the AEA Ammonia Registry provides a secure digital infrastructure that enables smooth data transfers, transparency, and traceability in the ammonia supply chain. This collaboration utilizes MiQ’s recognized leadership in methane emissions certification, marking a pivotal extension of their impact beyond the natural gas sector.

Georges Tijbosch, CEO of MiQ, emphasized the significance of independent third-party certification in delivering tangible emissions reductions throughout supply chains. He stated, “MiQ certification is market proven, and we are thrilled to partner with AEA to bring our trusted data and registry expertise to low-emission ammonia trade globally.”

Vibeke Rasmussen, President of the AEA and Senior Vice President of Product Management at Yara Clean Ammonia, added, “The AEA’s certification system provides verification that the environmental qualities of the ammonia produced are transparent, reliable, and trustworthy.”

Pilot Phase Elements

The pilot phase addresses essential needs within the ammonia industry, including:
1. Pre-certification of Future Facilities: Embracing an evaluation process for projects still in development, allowing developers to validate environmental attributes to aid in financing discussions.
2. Certification of Existing Production: Ensuring operational facilities can transparently disclose their environmental impacts.
3. Global Ammonia Registry: Facilitating secure trading and tracking of certificates across the industry through distinct custody models.

Industry experts, including Nicholas Cook of CF Industries, emphasize the importance of trust among ammonia customers, which the AEA Ammonia Certification System and MiQ's registry aim to provide through reliable data and transparent supply chains.

Commitment to Clean Ammonia Growth

Trevor Brown, Executive Director of AEA, voiced a commitment to scaling up the adoption of clean ammonia quickly. He highlighted that accurate data and interoperability between various systems are crucial for meeting both voluntary and compliance market demands.

The pilot program is set to include participants from diverse regions, such as the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. These participants will utilize a range of technologies, including electrolysis and carbon capture methods, to produce certified ammonia to meet the demands of various sectors.

Joining the Piloting Process

Interested parties looking to engage in the pilot of the AEA Ammonia Certification System are encouraged to explore the details provided on their official website. Opportunities are available for entities within the ammonia value chain as well as observers wishing to gain insights into the system's framework and potential regulatory alignments.

Upcoming Presentations

The newly instituted system will be showcased at significant upcoming industry events including:

• - World Hydrogen 2026 Summit in Rotterdam, Netherlands (May 19-21)
• - Ammonia Energy APAC 2026 in Brisbane, Australia (June 15-17)
• - 5th Symposium on Ammonia Energy in Santiago, Chile (September 28-30)
• - AEA Annual Conference 2026 in Houston, USA (November 9-11)

About the Organizations

Founded in 2004, the AEA aims to promote the responsible adoption of clean ammonia across varied sectors, advocating for sustainability and knowledge sharing. MiQ leads the way in methane emissions certification, dedicated to enhancing accountability in the natural gas sector's supply chain.

Both organizations are key players in shifting the ammonia production landscape toward a cleaner, more accountable future, leveraging collaborative models to boost the emerging low-emission ammonia market.