Revolutionizing Hydrogen Production: Preliminary Results from the World’s First Non-Electrically Heated Methane Pyrolysis Plant
As global demand for clean hydrogen accelerates, innovative production methods are vital to achieving domestic and global decarbonization goals. This talk will explore C-Zero’s novel methane pyrolysis process which produces low-emission and low-cost hydrogen and a solid graphitic carbon product requiring minimal electrical needs. Our process produces two valuable commodities – hydrogen and graphitic carbon – which can be sold at current market prices with a very low / zero “green premium” required, while still achieving an order of magnitude emissions reduction versus conventional supply chains.
This presentation unveils the preliminary findings from the world’s first non-electrically heated methane pyrolysis hydrogen production facility, a groundbreaking advancement in sustainable hydrogen generation. C-Zero’s pilot facility is located in San Antonio, TX and has a hydrogen production capacity of up to 400 / kg H2 day and anticipates achieving over 1,000 hours of operating data by the end of Q1 2025.
We will discuss key performance metrics, including hydrogen yield, thermal efficiency, and the quality and applicable markets for the carbon byproduct. Operational data highlights the plant's scalability and potential integration into existing natural gas infrastructure. Additionally, we explore the economic feasibility and environmental benefits compared to other low-carbon hydrogen technologies.
This talk will provide valuable insights into the transformative potential of non-electrically heated methane pyrolysis, offering a compelling pathway for advancing clean hydrogen production and supporting the global energy transition.