Achieving Decarbonization Through the Transformation of Existing Pipelines for Hydrogen-Methane Blends

Innovation and nanotechnology

Innovation and nanotechnology

Energy utility

Professional organization

Mixing of green hydrogen with natural gas to reduce carbon emissions while maintaining compatibility with existing gas appliances and infrastructure.

An advanced nanotechnology surface treatment developed by Oceanit that creates a nano-protective barrier on steel pipes to prevent hydrogen diffusion and embrittlement.

A phenomenon where hydrogen molecules diffuse into metals, causing them to become brittle and eventually leading to cracking, fracturing, and failure of the pipeline.

Abu Dhabi

United States

Hawaii

A collaborative project between Oceanit and Hawai'i Gas to further develop HydroPel technology, enable higher percentage blends of hydrogen in pipelines, and expand hydrogen transport capabilities in Hawaii and beyond.

An advanced nanotechnology surface treatment that creates a nano-protective barrier on steel pipes to prevent hydrogen diffusion and embrittlement, enabling existing natural gas pipelines to safely transport hydrogen-natural gas blends.