The CORDIS platform has published a results article highlighting ColdSpark®’s contribution to advancing low-carbon hydrogen production.
The article presents the project’s development of an innovative non-thermal plasma (NTP) reactor (ColdSpark®), capable of splitting methane or biomethane into hydrogen and solid carbon without direct CO₂ emissions and without the need for water or catalysts. This approach offers a promising alternative to conventional hydrogen production methods, which are often energy- and resource-intensive.
A key focus is placed on the ColdSpark® reactor’s operation, which improves energy efficiency and allows greater control over the reaction process without requiring high temperatures. The article also highlights important technical achievements, including the validation of reactor designs suitable for industrial scaling.
Beyond the technology itself, the article emphasises the dual-product strategy of the ColdSpark® process: producing clean hydrogen while generating solid carbon as a valuable co-product for applications in sectors such as construction materials, batteries, and advanced composites.
The use of methane from agricultural and municipal waste streams is identified as a key advantage, enabling more circular and decentralised energy systems. In this context, ColdSpark® is positioned as contributing to major EU priorities, including climate neutrality, energy security, and the transition to a sustainable hydrogen economy.
Explore the full CORDIS article here.