let's go make GREEN hydrogeN fuel
When you’re doing research on improving the efficiency of liquid alkaline electrolysis, we’ve got you covered. At Dupont Renewable Energy, our mission is to help you turn water into low cost green hydrogen fuel.
We manufacture electrolysis equipment for research and to improve the production of green hydrogen.
Our electrolysis equipment is only available for sale in North America, South America and Europe.
View of Building our Popular Research Electrolyzer Unit
Liquid Alkaline Electrolysis For Green Energy
Design Features: Our electrolyzers are designed with special features to enhance safe operation. Parts of electrolyzer system may look unpolished and coated with a transparent dielectric material. We have coated the internal connectors with a dielectric compound to prevent arching. For your safety, please do not remove the clear dielectric coating on the connectors inside the electrolyzer.
Electrolysis for Green Hydrogen Production
In air, we need 50,000 volts to create an electric arc in a one-inch gap. When hydrogen gas is generated in a closed environment, less than 120 volts can create an electric arc in a one-inch gap. To prevent arching, the connectors inside the box are covered with a dielectric coating.
Green Hydrogen Manufacturing Tool
Before testing, the electrolyzer must be operated with 4 molar NaOH solution for a minimum of 2 hours with the top open to let the foam and residual oils come to the surface of the electrolyzer. Remove the spend solution containing the residual oils and foam. Add a fresh solution of 4 molar NaOH to begin the electrolysis.
Our electrolyzer are designed to operate with a solution of KOH or NaOH between 3 to 5 molar concentrations. Add only water to cover half the height of the plates. Do not put the solution of NaOH and water above the middle of plate height during operations. Other equipment such as a flame arrestor is not included but must be used at all times during green hydrogen production.
About Our Staff
Principal Investigator (Chemical Engineer): Mr. Andy DuPont received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering (BSCHE) from the University of Florida, and a Master's degree in Information Technology from Virginia Polytechnique Institute. He has worked for more than 30 years with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). In addition, Andy has experience in bringing research to the commercial market. He was the principal operator at two 620 MW electric generating units (EGUs) where he performed pilot plant research to turn sulfuric acid emissions into synthetic gypsum. He is the recipient of an EPA award for his work on Acid Rain. Today, half the homes in the U.S. are built with synthetic gypsum from the flue gas system of coal fired power plants. In 2012, he was EPA's biofuel expert and worked with DOE staff on the utilization of algae for the production of biofuels. In addition, Mr. DuPont worked with DOE staff on the U.S. Government Publication: “Bioenergy Feedstock Best Management Practices: Summary and Research Needs”, a publication of the Biomass Research and Development Board. Currently, Andy is working on improving the efficiency of electrolysis technology for green hydrogen production.
Electrical Systems Consultant: Mr. Rex Nathanson received his Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from Pratt Institute, Brooklyn, NY. He possesses over 40 years of industry experience in the design and development of electronic hardware (electronic circuits) and communications systems for commercial and military deployment. He has significant experience as a lead member of electrical engineering technical review teams and as a technical advisor to New Business Development and Acquisitions teams for his company. Mr. Nathanson contributed detailed electrical hardware designs and technical direction to multiple generations of secure inter-communications systems deployed on major military airborne platforms including C-17, J-STARS, LAMPS, EP-3E, Black Hawk Helicopter, Air Force One, CMHP, P-3 COP, and the Gripen Fighter Jet. Mr. Nathanson is an honorary Life Member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) with over 45 years of continuous association. He is the recipient of an IEEE Region 1 award “For contributions to the design of audio devices and systems for severe industrial and military environments.”