The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Indore has developed a catalyst to produce pure hydrogen from methanol at a much lower temperature than traditional methods, and in a cost-effective manner, an official said on Wednesday.
A catalyst is a substance that accelerates a chemical reaction or lowers the temperature or pressure needed to start one, without itself being consumed during the reaction.
This "economical and environmentally friendly" technology of producing pure hydrogen at low temperatures is suitable for industrial and commercial use, the official said.
After being proven on real parameters, this technology has been granted a patent and discussions are underway with the industry to bring it to the market, the official added.
IIT Indore has innovated a cost-effective catalyst for producing pure hydrogen from methanol at 130 degrees Celsius, significantly lower than traditional methods. Led by Professor Sanjay K Singh, this patented technology promises an economical and environmentally friendly solution for industrial and commercial applications.