Co-Synthesis of Hydrogen and High-Value Carbon Products from Methane Pyrolysis

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Program:
Exploratory Topics
Award:
$1,877,548
Location:
Stanford, California
Status:
ACTIVE
Project Term:
04/13/2020 - 09/30/2024

Technology Description:

Stanford University will design a process for catalytic pyrolysis of methane into high-value carbon nanotubes and hydrogen (H2) at the low cost of $1/kg, without any carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. This project will synthesize high-performance, nano-controlled pyrolysis catalysts with structural features that enable efficient catalyst regeneration and separation of solid crystalline carbon. The carbon nanotubes can be used in a wide range of applications from batteries to carbon-fiber composites. Low-cost, CO2-free hydrogen can be used to decarbonize multiple large industries such as refinery and petrochemicals, ammonia production, steel, concrete, and transportation.

Contact

ARPA-E Program Director:
Dr. Jack Lewnard
Project Contact:
Matteo Cargnello
Press and General Inquiries Email:
ARPA-E-Comms@hq.doe.gov
Project Contact Email:
mcargn@stanford.edu

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Release Date:
09/26/2019