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Levidian - Hydrogen Molecules
As well as producing graphene, LOOP produces a continuous stream of high-quality hydrogen. Hydrogen is expected to contribute significantly to the decarbonisation of heat, electricity generation and transportation around the world. Our pioneering decarbonisation device, LOOP, allows graphene and hydrogen to be produced at any location in the world that has a methane source. We can deliver either pure hydrogen or a partially decarbonised hydrogen-methane blend that suits the input requirements of existing combustion equipment.
What is hydrogen and how is it used?
Hydrogen is the lightest chemical element with atomic number 1. It occurs as a colourless and odourless gas at standard conditions. Hydrogen is highly combustible. Under ignition, a flame of pure hydrogen reacts with oxygen to form water and release energy.
Hydrogen can be burned to produce heat or electricity or used to fuel hydrogen powered vehicles. It is also used in fuel cells to generate electricity and heat via an electrochemical reaction.
Getting hydrogen from methane
Methane molecules that enter LOOP are cracked into their component elements: carbon and hydrogen. The carbon is captured in powder form as graphene and the hydrogen molecules are captured as hydrogen gas. Using proven separation technology, we can then separate the hydrogen for use or storage. We are currently scaling up our hydrogen production capabilities at our Cambridge Technology Centre. We will also be able to produce and separate hydrogen on site at a LOOP deployment location.
Why is hydrogen in demand as a potential fuel source?
Unlike fossil fuels, hydrogen combustion has only two byproducts: water and energy. This makes it the ultimate clean burning fuel delivering zero emissions. Advancements in production and storage of hydrogen are making it more accessible as a fuel. Hydrogen is a critical component of our zero carbon future and could become the primary fuel source for industrial heating processes, transportation, and even electricity generation.