Ayrton Energy
Updated: March 09, 2026
Founders: Natasha Kostenuk, Brandy Kinkead
Country: Canada | Funding: $7.2M (+)
Website: https://www.ayrtonenergy.com
Ayrton Energy has developed e-LOHC technology - a combination of liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) and electrochemistry - for the safe storage and transportation of hydrogen. Unlike traditional hydrogen storage in cryogenically cooled high-pressure tanks, e-LOHC stores hydrogen as a liquid at room temperature, allowing it to be transported like diesel fuel using existing fuel infrastructure. e-LOHC uses a carrier oil that readily absorbs and releases hydrogen gas, like hydrogen sponges. Hydrogen molecules chemically bond with the lean carrier fluid through an electrochemical reaction, creating a safe, energy-dense hydrogen storage medium. When needed, hydrogen is released from the carrier fluid and delivered at a purity sufficient for fuel cells.
Website: https://www.ayrtonenergy.com
Ayrton Energy has developed e-LOHC technology - a combination of liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) and electrochemistry - for the safe storage and transportation of hydrogen. Unlike traditional hydrogen storage in cryogenically cooled high-pressure tanks, e-LOHC stores hydrogen as a liquid at room temperature, allowing it to be transported like diesel fuel using existing fuel infrastructure. e-LOHC uses a carrier oil that readily absorbs and releases hydrogen gas, like hydrogen sponges. Hydrogen molecules chemically bond with the lean carrier fluid through an electrochemical reaction, creating a safe, energy-dense hydrogen storage medium. When needed, hydrogen is released from the carrier fluid and delivered at a purity sufficient for fuel cells.
