Addis Energy utilizes advanced subsurface chemistry, adapted from oil and gas techniques, to convert iron-rich resources into chemical and thermal energy. The company injects engineered fluids to split water into hydrogen, which is then used to produce ammonia. This process offers a less energy-intensive and more affordable alternative to traditional ammonia manufacturing.
Funding
$4.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional ammonia production relies on energy-intensive processes, resulting in significant carbon emissions and high costs. The conventional Haber-Bosch process requires high temperatures and pressures, contributing to a large environmental footprint.
Solution
Addis Energy is developing a novel method for low-carbon ammonia production by leveraging subsurface iron-rich resources. Their approach involves injecting engineered fluids into the earth to harness its chemical and thermal potential, enabling a less energy-intensive reaction. This process facilitates the splitting of water into hydrogen and oxygen, with the hydrogen then reacting to produce ammonia. By utilizing the earth as a chemical reactor, Addis Energy aims to provide a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional ammonia production methods.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes businesses in the agriculture, chemical, and energy sectors seeking sustainable and cost-effective sources of ammonia, as well as organizations focused on reducing carbon emissions.
Features
- Subsurface ammonia production utilizing iron-rich resources.
- Engineered fluid injection to stimulate chemical reactions.
- Harnessing the earth's natural chemical and thermal potential.
- Lower energy requirements compared to the Haber-Bosch process.
- Reduced carbon emissions in ammonia production.
- Potential for net energy-positive ammonia production.