Process Overview

• The ETCH Process™ is a novel, patented process to convert natural gas (methane) into hydrogen and solid carbon. No CO₂ is ever created

Hydrogen Production

• Pure H₂ production with zero CO₂ emissions by decarbonizing hydrocarbon fuels
• Small footprint, high efficiency, and easily scaled
• No water
• The ETCH Process™ is based on new, proprietary thermochemistry with earth-abundant, domestically sourced minerals
• The future will see dramatically increased usage of hydrogen – to be made via the ETCH Process™

Decarbonization

• The ETCH Process™ can be integrated into existing natural gas power plants, industrial facilities and other uses
• Gas is stripped of carbon, leaving pure hydrogen fuel
• CO₂ emissions are reduced, potentially to zero

Carbon Materials

• Every ton of hydrogen produces at least three tons of pure solid carbon
• ETCH Process™ carbon is pure and has passed a TCLP test – the standard for environmentally responsible large-scale storage or disposal
• As-made carbon may find use in current carbon markets (carbon black, activated carbon, synthetic graphite)
• ETCH is actively pursuing methods to transform and integrate carbon into high value products such as fiber