Suzanne Zamany Andersen is a scientist and entrepreneur focused on advancing technology for clean energy and environmental sustainability, with a strong emphasis on scaling innovations from the lab to industrial applications. For over seven years, Andersen has dedicated her research to electrochemical ammonia synthesis, culminating in the co-founding of NitroVolt, a startup focused on decentralized, sustainable ammonia production. As co-founder and CEO, she combines her scientific expertise and commitment to addressing climate change to drive NitroVolt’s mission forward.

NitroVolt’s approach aims to transform the nitrogen-based fertilizer industry by shifting production capabilities directly to farmers, reducing dependency on centralized facilities. This decentralized production method eliminates emissions related to fertilizer transport and allows on-demand production of nitrogen fertilizer, making the process entirely sustainable when powered by renewable energy. NitroVolt’s technology is designed to be modular with low capital expenditure, positioning it as a fast and accessible solution for farmers. Although large-scale ammonia production may gradually shift toward sustainability in the coming decades via centralized electrolyzer facilities, these plants demand substantial renewable energy investments and high capital costs. NitroVolt’s small, modular units offer a quicker, more flexible implementation, aligning with the urgent need for climate action today.