TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Direct Conversion of Air to Ammonia and Nitric Acid using Advanced Manufactured Electrochemical Reactors

The Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking industry partners to commercialize its Direct Conversion of Air to Ammonia and Nitric Acid using Advanced Manufactured Electrochemical Reactors technology. This technology offers several advantages, including avoiding costly separation processes, eliminating the need for energy-intensive operations, and optimized anode design. The potential applications of this technology include agriculture, synthetic fertilizer ingredients, and refrigeration and other industrial needs. Companies interested in commercializing this technology should provide a statement of interest, including company name and address, point of contact, and description of corporate expertise and/or facilities relevant to commercializing this technology. Key points to consider: • The technology has the potential to reduce the environmental impact of ammonia production. • The technology has been developed by LLNL researchers and has been filed for patent protection. • The technology is currently at the TRL 3-5 stage of development. • LLNL is seeking industry partners with a demonstrated ability to bring such inventions to the market.