Sparc Hydrogen is developing a next-generation green hydrogen production technology using a process known as photocatalytic water splitting (PWS).
This process is an alternative to producing green hydrogen via electrolysis — which involves using only sunlight, water and a photocatalyst.
It is often referred to as direct solar to hydrogen technology as it avoids the need to convert solar energy into electricity to split water via electrolysis.
Photocatalysis has been around for over 50 years, and it occurs when solar energy is focused onto a highly specialised photocatalyst, forming reactive sites that cause water to separate into hydrogen and oxygen.
Sparc Hydrogen is a pioneer in reactor technology, intending to commercialise PWS for large-scale green hydrogen production.
By solely utilising sunlight, water, and a photocatalyst, Sparc’s photocatalytic water-splitting method produces hydrogen on a massive scale without the need for expensive infrastructure or photovoltaic farms.
The innovative technology of the company ensures low-cost hydrogen generation, scalability, and adaptability with a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 5.
Sparc Technologies Limited is an Australian company pioneering new technologies to disrupt and transform the industry while seeking to deliver a more sustainable world.
Sparc has established offices in Australia, Europe and North America and is focused on three core areas of technology development.
