Published December 4, 2023

NYSTAR Centers Unlocking Potential of Advanced Materials to Increase Sustainability

As reported by FuzeHub, UB's Center of Excellence in Materials Informatics and Bettergy—an energy materials and nanotechnology company— are developing a novel catalyst that produces a highly energy-efficient, cost-effective and safe method to use ammonia and convert it to hydrogen.
 
The process allows for the conversation at easier-to-obtain temperatures and reduces the need for precious metals, which address both cost and environmental concerns in hydrogen conversion. This is a critical technology as hydrogen is key in the future of sustainable energy. 

Bettergy is currently working on commercialization of this novel catalyst and scaling for industrial applications. This ongoing academic-industry collaboration has attracted more than $1.5 million in federal funding.

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