Grants and Contributions:
Title:
ADVANCED NON-PRECIOUS METAL OXIDE ANODES FOR AEM AND PEM WATER ELECTROLYSERS
Agreement Number:
1004915
Agreement Value:
$709,750.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2023 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
Production of ‘green’ hydrogen by water electrolysis integrated with renewable sources of electricity is one of the most promising technology solutions towards achieving decarbonization and Canada’s Net-Zero targets by 2050 as set forth by the Canadian Net-Zero Accountability Act and the International Energy Agency (IEA). It is well-known that the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) anode cost and long-term performance are among the most critical factors limiting the commercialization of advanced low-temperature proton exchange membrane (PEM) and anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolysers. A novel platform of advanced low-cost non-precious metal oxide electrocatalysts and their rigorous comparative testing from half-cells to electrolysers for both PEM and AEM applications are proposed. The novelty of the catalysts proposed, combined with advanced catalyst layer manufacturing methods (e.g., magnetron sputtering) and systematic investigation of both types of water electrolysers is expected to lead to transformative results including new intellectual property, that will advance the cost-effective ‘green’ hydrogen generation in Canada and globally.
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:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6T 1Z3
Reference Number:
172-2023-2024-Q1-1004915
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
108161779
Recipient Type:
Academia
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of British Columbia
Federal Riding Name:
Vancouver Quadra
Federal Riding Number:
59039
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