Innovation

eCombustible’s patented hydrogen-based fuel not only represents an earmark for sustainable clean energy but a substantial advance towards making its widespread use economically viable for companies across the globe. By providing interchangeable, alternative energy solutions, eCombustible is a strong contributor towards the UN’s clean energy sustainable development goal by ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable energy for all.

eCombustible’s fuel is designed for large-scale thermal combustion processes such as those used in mining operations for metals manufacturing, food & beverage production, hospitality services, and other heat-intensive processes. This fuel also provides a solution for other applications that cannot use solar or wind power due to their different requirements and need for a continuous energy supply. eCombustible’s alternative fuel reduces byproducts of waste across the many various necessary institutions for thriving cities. By reducing waste in these vital institutions, eCombustible’s alternative energy solutions are actively fighting climate change by reducing carbon emissions and creating sustainable cities by reducing the byproducts from their operating procedures.

Inspiration

The science behind eCombustible came to life when founder Jorge Arevalo invested in promising but unrealized hydrogen-based energy research. During this research, he discovered what some had previously hypothesized but the technology at the time prevented. This was a way to generate more powerful clean energy by separating the hydrogen (H2) and oxygen (O2) molecules in water (H2O).

Since 2010, eCombustible has worked with teams in the United States, Peru, and Colombia to develop this innovative technology, secure international patents, launch pilot installations, and guarantee multiple long-term contracts, including one with one of the world's largest mining companies. eCombustible Energy will soon have solutions for other applications with similar energy requirements and environmental impacts as a result of ongoing research and development.

"Our intellectual property enables our electrolyzer to tailor hydrogen to the specific needs of thermal and heating applications." By leveraging its unique technology to separate water's hydrogen and oxygen atoms and unleash carbon-free energy, the eCombustible model will outperform many competitive solutions worldwide. eCombustible is intended to provide a customized energy output that is more energy-rich in volume than conventional hydrogen, depending on the operating parameters of existing equipment.

Overall impact

The Anglo-American Barro Alto industrial complex in Brazil will implement eCombustible Energy's 100% carbon-free fuel and cost-competitive hydrogen energy technology this year as part of the global effort to decarbonize the economy. Jorge Arevalo claims that "We are committed to bringing about a paradigm shift toward a more sustainable world, and the Barro Alto project is a significant step in that direction. This will be our third project to come online, all under long-term contracts.”

Based on historical data, the reduction in CO2 emissions from using eCombustible is estimated to be around 2,869 tons per month. A year of these reductions in emissions is roughly equivalent to the CO2 produced by burning more than 34 million pounds of coal. Unlike conventional hydrogen, which is combusted with traditional oxygen, the unique eCombustible fuel has flame characteristics and heat production similar to fossil fuels, allowing it to replace these fuels with minimal changes to existing equipment. As a byproduct of its use, eCombustible fuel in the Barro Alto industrial complex primarily produces water vapor. Installation of eCombustible equipment has no negative environmental impact because it does not require vegetation suppression, has no effect on fauna and flora, and has no impact on waterways while still allowing for future growth. This project is a significant step toward Anglo-goal America's making its ferronickel operations the first in the world to run entirely on renewable resources and internally reused water.

Business benefit

Furthermore, The Pamesa Group, Europe's largest tile producer, plans to open the first hydrogen pilot plant used in tile production in Spain at their Arcillas Atomizadas facilities by the end of 2022, using technology supplied by eCombustible Energy. In 2023, the Pamesa Group intends to roll out this revolutionary technology to all its ceramic manufacturing plants. The company's products are sold in over 150 countries worldwide, and it has made a direct equity investment of $11.2 million in eCombustible Energy.

"Pamesa is one of the top five natural gas consumers in Europe, making their operations an ideal location to introduce our patented fuel supply modules in the region," said Jorge Arevalo. Given the volatile price of natural gas and market uncertainty, Pamesa, as one of the top five tile producers in the world, has taken a leading role in its industry's efforts to adopt a clean energy alternative to manufacture ceramic products at a competitive and predictable cost. The company aims to meet the environmental requirements of the European Union, which has pledged to cut CO2 emissions by up to 55% by 2030.

Social and environmental benefit

Overall, eCombustible is facilitating a paradigm shift toward a more sustainable world by providing a customized hydrogen-based fuel called eCombustible, which is 100% carbon-free and made possible by its proprietary fuel production process. eCombustible is custom-calibrated in a proprietary process to the exact requirements of thermal and heating applications by innovating on the conventional approach to electrolysis. As a result, a tailored fuel is created that allows businesses to significantly reduce carbon emissions while remaining cost-competitive and potentially realizing other benefits, such as monetizing carbon emission avoidance.

eCombustible, which is supported by more than a decade of research, development, and strategic partnerships, removes many of the economic and compatibility barriers that prevent many of the world's largest emitters from transitioning to renewable energy. Other green technologies, such as wind and solar energy, may be costly to implement, and most are climate-limited. These power sources are unavailable if the wind does not blow or the sun does not shine. The inputs to eCombustible are simple and plentiful, allowing for a consistent supply of carbon-free eCombustible energy.

Interview

Jorge Arevalo, Founder & CEO