SBIR Fast-Track: Direct Electrochemical Generation of Caustic Peroxide in a Porous Solid Electrolyte Reactor for Onsite Applications

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Abstract

The broader/commercial impact of this Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Fast-Track pilot project is the transformation of chemical manufacturing through on-site, low-emission production of hydrogen peroxide and sodium hydroxide. These substances are two essential industrial chemicals, but their traditional production and distribution methods pose significant safety, environmental, and economic challenges. Transporting and storing these reactive chemicals introduces risks of spills and exposure, while centralized production processes consume large amounts of energy and generate carbon emissions. This project introduces a clean, decentralized electrochemical approach that eliminates the need for transporting hazardous chemicals, reduces energy requirements for manufacturing, and reduces emissions by up to 90%. In addition, the decentralized model supports national goals for domestic manufacturing and resilience of chemical supply chains. A domestic supply of chemicals is critical for minimizing dependency on foreign nations for national security purposes. Finally, this project develops a platform technology that could be extended beyond hydrogen peroxide and sodium hydroxide. This solution is a safer, more cost-effective, and environmentally responsible alternative to the industrial status quo, which could address a large chemicals market and could create high-quality jobs for years to come. The core technical innovation of this project is a novel electrochemical p

Key facts

NSF award ID
2528378
Awardee
SOLIDEC INC. (TX)
SAM.gov UEI
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PI
Ryan DuChanois
Primary program
01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
All programs
ENVIRON BENIGN CHEMICAL SYNTH & PROCESS
Estimated total
$1,555,000
Funds obligated
$1,555,000
Transaction type
Cooperative Agreement
Period
09/01/2025 → 08/31/2028