Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Catalyst Coated Membranes Using Fluorine-Free Solid Polymer Electrolytes for Hydrogen Technologies: An Accelerated Materials Discovery Approach

Agreement Number:

1016358

Agreement Value:

$377,960.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 15, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026

Description:

The Project's primary goal is to explore and demonstrate fluorine-free ionic polymers as replacements for perfluorinated sulfonic acid polymer (PFSA) in catalyst coated membranes (CCMs) of electrochemical energy conversion devices, leveraging accelerated materials discovery methods. This initiative is crucial in light of the impending prohibition of PFSA as a 'forever chemical', harmful to the environment. A longer-term aim is to develop a materials discovery method for CCMs that are not only fluorinefree but also free of precious metal-based electrocatalysts. Key outputs include feasibility studies and workplans for developing platforms to optimize fabrication conditions of fluorine-free electrocatalyst layers and handling systems for preparing and characterizing CCMs. Outcomes involve establishing a community of practice through workshops, laying groundwork for MAP modules integration into existing MAP ecosystems, and fostering industry interactions. This will significantly facilitate the commercialization of fluorine-free polymers and membranes for electrochemical energy conversion devices.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.

Location:

Burnaby, British Columbia, CA V5A 1S6

Reference Number:

172-2023-2024-Q4-1016358

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

118520725

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Simon Fraser University

Federal Riding Name:

Burnaby North–Seymour

Federal Riding Number:

59002

Program:

Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives

Program Purpose:

Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.

NAICS Code:

541710 - R&D in the physical, engineering and life sciences