Electriq Global has developed a patented hydrogen carrier technology that transforms hydrogen gas into a safe, inert powder (KBH4) for simplified storage and transport, eliminating the need for complex infrastructure. This solution addresses the challenges of conventional hydrogen methods by providing a lossless, high-density storage option that is non-flammable and environmentally friendly, suitable for off-grid applications.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Conventional methods of storing and transporting hydrogen, such as compressed gas or liquified hydrogen, require complex infrastructure, costly safety measures, and suffer from lower energy density. This poses challenges for off-grid applications and long-term storage of renewable energy.
Solution
Electriq Global has developed a patented hydrogen carrier technology that transforms hydrogen gas into a safe, inert powder (KBH4) for simplified storage and transport. This "coffee-like" powder eliminates the need for complex infrastructure and cumbersome safety protocols associated with traditional hydrogen storage. The powder is non-flammable and can be transported and stored in ambient conditions, offering a practical and safe solution for various applications. Electriq's technology also includes a "Release" system that converts the powder back into hydrogen and electric energy on-demand, making it suitable for off-grid power generation and other uses. The consumed elements of Electriq Fuel are hydrogen and water, and the core minerals (potassium and boron) convert repeatedly between the fuel (KBH4) and the by-product (KBO2), and are not wasted.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes companies involved in off-grid power generation, long-term energy storage, and hydrogen production and distribution, as well as critical infrastructure providers seeking backup power solutions.
Features
- Hydrogen storage in a safe, inert powder form (KBH4)
- High hydrogen storage density exceeding 9%
- Ambient temperature and pressure storage and transport
- Lossless storage designed to last for years
- "Release" system for on-demand hydrogen and electric energy generation
- Sustainable and circular process with reusable core minerals
- Dissolves in seawater, decomposing into natural minerals