WILMINGTON, DE – Chemours (NYSE:), a global leader in chemical solutions, announced it has received a $60 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). These funds, contained in the bipartisan infrastructure bill, will support the development of advanced membrane technology for water electrolysis using proton exchange membrane (PEM) and the creation of a consortium focused on zero-waste production of clean hydrogen materials.
Chemours will use its expertise to develop a durable, high-performance Nafion™ membrane aimed at improving the efficiency of PEM electrolyzers. The goal of the project is to create cost-effective and scalable solutions to solve current challenges in the hydrogen industry. In addition, Chemours will participate in H2CIRC, a consortium that aims to sustainably recover and recycle fuel cell and electrolyser materials.
Stephanie Kopchick, head of venture capital for Chemours’ hydrogen business, noted the company’s role in developing the hydrogen economy and its commitment to sustainable development. The selection of DOE grants strengthens Chemours’ position and its collaborative efforts with public, private and academic partners to advance hydrogen as a clean energy source, Kopchick said.
Gerardo Familiar, president of Chemours’ performance materials division, emphasized the company’s critical role in the hydrogen supply chain. The acquaintance noted Chemours’ status as a leading global supplier of ionomers and membranes for PEM electrolysis and its participation in the Appalachian Regional Center for Clean Hydrogen (ARCH2).
The DOE grants are part of a broader $750 million funding initiative aimed at advancing hydrogen technologies and strengthening the production and processing capabilities of clean hydrogen systems. This initiative aligns with the U.S. National Clean Hydrogen Strategy and Roadmap, which focuses on cost reduction, manufacturing, supply chains and domestic job creation.
With a significant market presence in a variety of chemical products and solutions, Chemours is committed to using these grants to further advance the transition to clean energy through its advanced chemical products and technologies. This financial support from the Department of Energy is expected to accelerate the company’s efforts to develop hydrogen technologies and sustainable practices.
The information in this article is based on a Chemours press statement.
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