Zero Emission Industries develops hydrogen-powered propulsion systems, including the retrofittable Z-Class Propulsion System, which replaces traditional gas engines in vessels to provide clean energy solutions. Their FTcase hydrogen fueling system simplifies the refueling process, addressing the lack of accessible infrastructure for hydrogen-powered vehicles and equipment.
Funding
$13.4M 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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Product
Problem
Many industries, particularly maritime and heavy-duty equipment sectors, rely on combustion engines that produce significant greenhouse gas emissions. The transition to cleaner energy sources is hindered by the lack of readily available and convenient hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Retrofitting existing vehicles and vessels with new propulsion systems can be economically challenging and logistically complex.
Solution
Zero Emission Industries (ZEI) develops hydrogen fuel cell propulsion systems designed to replace traditional combustion engines in various applications. Their Z-Class Propulsion System offers a retrofittable solution for vessels, converting them to clean energy propulsion with comparable performance and superior range to battery-only electric power. To address infrastructure limitations, ZEI offers the FTcase, a portable hydrogen fueling system that simplifies the refueling process for hydrogen-powered vehicles and equipment. ZEI's integrated approach aims to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen as a viable and accessible clean energy solution across multiple sectors.
Target Audience
ZEI's primary customers include maritime operators, port authorities, freight and transit companies, and other industries seeking to reduce emissions by transitioning to hydrogen-powered solutions.
Features
- Z-Class Propulsion System: Retrofittable hydrogen fuel cell system designed to replace existing combustion engines in vessels and other heavy-duty applications.
- FTcase: Portable hydrogen fueling system that simplifies and accelerates hydrogen refueling in various markets.
- High-performance fuel cell powertrain system.
- Hydrogen fuel cell technology to power high-speed vehicles.
- Integration of hydrogen technology to meet clean energy sustainability goals.