Particles and Catalysis Research Laboratory( PartCat Lab)
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Empowering innovation to catalyse a sustainable future
Research Centre
Challenge
PartCat addresses global challenges in climate change, clean energy, industrial sustainability and environmental pollution by developing advanced catalysts and prototype systems for carbon dioxide conversion, hydrogen production, energy storage and environmental remediation.
Solution
PartCat uses an integrated materials-to-systems approach – designing catalysts, understanding reaction mechanisms, constructing working prototypes and assessing feasibility – to deliver clean energy and sustainable chemical solutions.
The pipeline bridges lab research with industrial application, accelerating real-world impact in hydrogen, carbon dioxide conversion and Power-to-X technologies. The lab also educates and instils the next generation of researchers with job-ready skills to tackle global energy and environmental challenges.
Target customers / end-users
• startups and technology innovators seeking scalable clean energy solutions
• clean energy companies driving hydrogen, fuels and chemical adoption
• government and policymakers shaping strategies for a sustainable, low-carbon economy.
Progress
• more than AU $ 100m in competitive research funding
• eight government reports and Power-to-X decision support tools for NSW
• established eight prototype systems for industry, with five startups translating lab innovations into commercial solutions.
30 + active collaborations
$ 42m + active grants
Innovative research translation
Climate & Clean Energy
PartCat Lab develops nanomaterials and catalytic technologies to convert renewable energy into hydrogen, fuels and sustainable chemicals. The lab translates research into impact through strong industry partnerships, shaping adoption and influencing policy for a sustainable future.
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