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Hydron Energy's Groundbreaking Biogas Upgrading Project

Hydron Energy has officially launched a cutting-edge renewable natural gas (RNG) platform project, marking a transformative milestone in the sphere of biogas upgrading. The project, situated at the Bailey Landfill in Chilliwack, British Columbia, is poised to innovate how biogas is converted to usable energy, making substantial strides towards cost-effective RNG production.

One of the standout features of Hydron Energy's initiative is its patented biogas upgrading technology. The project aims to showcase a proprietary system powered by a unique metal-organic framework (MOF) designed explicitly for this venture. This technology can efficiently remove nitrogen (N₂) and carbon dioxide (CO₂) at ambient pressure. This not only simplifies operations but also significantly lowers both capital and operational costs compared to traditional biogas upgrading technologies.

Usually, biogas derived from landfills has high nitrogen levels, which complicate the upgrading process and limit the overall viability of such projects. Conventional methods typically require high operating pressures and multiple processing stages to effectively separate nitrogen and carbon dioxide from the biogas. This leads to an increase in costs, energy consumption, and the complexity of operations.

In contrast, Hydron Energy's INTRUPTor system confronts these challenges head-on. With its integrated platform capable of delivering pipeline-quality RNG through a simplified, single-stage process under near-ambient pressures, the time for deployment is significantly reduced, and operations are made much easier.

Soheil Khiavi, CEO of Hydron Energy, noted, "This project marks a crucial evolution in the economics surrounding RNG production sourced from landfills. By merging the processes of nitrogen and carbon dioxide removal, we enable producers to reach market-acceptable RNG quality while drastically reducing their costs. This opens opportunities for landfill projects of all sizes to become financially feasible."

Collaborating closely with FortisBC and the City of Chilliwack, the project is supported by advisory services and up to $2.3 million in funding through the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP) Clean Technology initiative. The initiative also enjoys additional backing from the NGIF Accelerator and NorthX Climate Tech.

Craig Bond, Hydron Energy’s Director of Business Development, emphasized the importance of affordable and scalable upgrading solutions in light of the increasing demand for low-carbon fuels, stating, "This project is a testament to Hydron Energy's dedication to pioneering technologies that hasten the shift to cleaner energy and simultaneously deliver concrete economic advantages to global project developers."

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Canada’s Minister of Industry, remarked on the significance of clean technology, stating, "As the world transitions to sustainable energy sources, organizations that can offer cleaner, more efficient technologies will lead the way. Clean technology is a critical driver of economic opportunity, and innovators across Canada are creating solutions to reduce emissions and unlock new markets. Investments in companies like Hydron Energy are crucial for building a modern economy, positioning our industries for leadership in the clean energy arena."

About Hydron Energy Inc.

Founded in 2020, Hydron Energy is based in British Columbia and specializes in providing innovative clean energy solutions tailored for varied applications, focusing on cost reduction and minimizing carbon emissions. To discover more about their initiatives, visit Hydron Energy's website.