Found Energy, led by CEO Peter Godart, is developing a groundbreaking aluminum-powered engine that could transform scrap aluminum into zero-carbon energy. The company is currently constructing the largest aluminum-water reactor and plans to install it early next year to provide heat and hydrogen for a tool manufacturing facility, aiming to demonstrate a sustainable energy source.
The technology capitalizes on aluminum’s energy density but addresses the challenges of the aluminum-water reaction. Godart’s proprietary catalyst enables a rapid reaction that releases heat and hydrogen more efficiently than previous attempts. The pilot project aims to tackle significant greenhouse-gas emissions from industries reliant on high-temperature processes.
If successful, Found Energy’s approach could revolutionize industrial energy consumption, particularly for aluminum recycling. Despite skepticism about aluminum as a fuel source, Godart remains confident that their innovative methods will lead to a sustainable solution to energy challenges in manufacturing, paving the way for a future where aluminum waste plays a critical role in clean energy production.
👉 Pročitaj original: MIT Technology Review – AI
