New Palladium Catalyst Cuts Hydrogen Production Costs by 90% Nanosheet structure reduces need for precious metals by 90%

New Palladium Catalyst Cuts Hydrogen Production Costs by 90%.

EnvironmentEnergy | March 11, 2025

A breakthrough from researchers at Tokyo University of Science could significantly reduce one of the biggest cost barriers to industrial hydrogen production, making large-scale adoption more economically viable. The team has developed a palladium-based catalyst that matches platinum’s efficiency in hydrogen production while using significantly less precious metal. This advancement has the potential to enhance the economic feasibility of hydrogen adoption across key industries.

Reducing Costs in Hydrogen Production

Hydrogen has long been positioned as a cornerstone of the clean energy transition, but the high cost of the required platinum-based catalysts has remained a persistent obstacle. The newly developed bis(diimino)palladium coordination nanosheets (PdDI) may offer a cost-effective solution, particularly for industrial-scale applications.

The catalyst’s electrochemical performance closely mirrors that of platinum, making it a viable alternative at a lower cost.

Its nanosheet structure reduces the need for precious metals by 90% compared to conventional platinum catalysts. This reduction in material usage could lower capital investment requirements for businesses developing hydrogen production facilities...more
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