Found Energy Develops Aluminum Waste Energy Production Technology

Found Energy has developed a method to produce heat and hydrogen from recycled aluminum cans using a special liquid metal catalyst. This catalyst penetrates the aluminum's microstructure, preventing oxidation and enhancing the efficiency of the reaction.

A pilot reactor, capable of generating 100 kilowatts, was constructed in 2025. Future advancements may allow temperatures up to 2400 degrees Celsius, suitable for steel production and chemical processes that currently rely on fossil fuels. Although experts express skepticism regarding the energy-intensive nature of aluminum production, Found Energy aims to create a closed-loop system, converting aluminum hydroxide back to metallic aluminum with renewable energy, potentially meeting substantial industrial heat demands.