Development and manufacturing of forest-based membranes for electrochemical energy devices

Cellfion aims to revolutionize renewable energy technologies by introducing a cost-effective, bio-based ion-selective membrane from natural cellulose, replacing toxic PFSA membranes.

Subsidie
€ 2.435.182
2024

Projectdetails

Introduction

Emerging technologies such as Proton Exchange Fuel Cells (PEMFCs) and Redox Flow Batteries (RFB) are expected to contribute to society’s transition towards renewable energy. However, these technologies use toxic, PFSA-based membranes which have caused serious ill effects on human health and the environment.

Health Costs of PFAS

In fact, the overall health cost due to PFAS usage is estimated to be between €52 and €84 billion per year. As a result of this, the EU is placing restrictions to ban the substances, with initial bans already commencing.

Industry Response

This has resulted in major companies such as 3M announcing plans to stop all production of PFAS-based materials by 2025, a decision worth 2 billion USD annually.

Cellfion's Innovation

To overcome these challenges, Cellfion has developed a bio-based, ion-selective membrane derived from natural cellulose, the first of its kind. This innovation is:

  • 27 times more cost-effective compared to the competing solution
  • Provides the potential for increased performance

Financiële details & Tijdlijn

Financiële details

Subsidiebedrag€ 2.435.182
Totale projectbegroting€ 3.478.832

Tijdlijn

Startdatum1-6-2024
Einddatum31-5-2026
Subsidiejaar2024

Partners & Locaties

Projectpartners

  • CELLFION ABpenvoerder

Land(en)

Sweden

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