Photochemical reforming of hydrogen vectors
EP4747187A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-27HYDROFUEL CANADA INC +1
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- EP · EP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HYDROFUEL CANADA INC
- Filing Date
- 2024-07-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-27
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Conventional methods for reforming small molecule hydrogen vectors, such as methane and water, to produce hydrogen require high energy and result in significant greenhouse gas emissions due to the need for extreme temperatures.
Method used
The process involves introducing small molecule hydrogen vectors into a reactor with a light-absorbing carbon enabler, where they are exposed to light from a Xenon or LED source, allowing for the generation of hydrogen and a value-added co-product at lower temperatures and with reduced energy consumption.
Benefits of technology
This method breaks thermodynamic limitations, enabling hydrogen production at milder conditions and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, while also being scalable and powered by renewable energy.
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Abstract
A process for the production of hydrogen from a small molecule hydrogen vector by reforming such small molecule hydrogen vector under light in the presence of a light-absorbing carbon enabler.
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