Transforming Captured CO₂ into Valuable Chemicals
At Coval Energy, we turn captured carbon dioxide into high-value chemical products using our patented electrochemical conversion technology.
Our innovative process directly converts CO₂, water, and renewable electricity into valuable products such as formic acid and potassium formate in a single step. By eliminating the need for fossil-based feedstocks, biomass, and complex intermediate processes, we enable a cleaner, more efficient path toward industrial decarbonization.
Key Benefits
- Direct conversion of captured CO₂ into valuable chemicals
- Powered by renewable electricity
- No biomass or waste feedstocks required
- Modular and scalable system design
- Compact footprint for easy industrial integration
- Supports circular carbon economy objectives
- Proven operation under industrial conditions
How Our Technology Works
Coval Energy’s patented electrochemical process combines three inputs:
- Captured CO₂ from industrial emission sources
- Water
- Renewable electricity
Inside the Coval Electrolyser, these inputs are converted directly into market-ready chemical products through a highly efficient electrochemical reaction.
Products
Formic Acid
A versatile liquid chemical used in a wide range of industrial applications including chemicals, agriculture, textiles, and energy storage.
Potassium Formate
A high-value crystalline product used in de-icing, drilling fluids, and specialty industrial applications.
The Coval Electrolyser
At the heart of our platform is the Coval Electrolyser, a patented high-pressure electrochemical reactor featuring advanced bipolar membrane technology.
Technology Highlights
- High-pressure operation up to 40 bar
- Patented bipolar membrane electrolyser design
- High conversion efficiency and product selectivity
- Modular architecture for rapid deployment
- Optimized for industrial-scale integration
- Designed for long-term operational reliability
By operating at elevated pressure, the system improves process efficiency while reducing downstream processing requirements.
Designed for Industrial Deployment
Our technology has been developed specifically for real-world industrial environments.
Industrial Integration
The Coval system is designed to integrate seamlessly with:
- Existing CO₂ capture systems
- Utility connections including power, water, and steam
- Product handling and storage infrastructure
- Industrial plant operations and control systems
This allows industrial partners to implement carbon utilization solutions with minimal disruption to existing processes.
A Smarter Process for Carbon Utilization
Traditional chemical production often relies on fossil resources and multiple processing steps. Coval Energy simplifies this pathway through direct electrochemical conversion.
Process Overview
- Capture CO₂ from industrial emissions.
- Feed CO₂, water, and renewable electricity into the Coval Electrolyser.
- Convert carbon directly into valuable chemical products.
- Process and purify the products for commercial use.
- Recycle water through an efficient closed-loop system.
The result is a streamlined process with high selectivity, lower carbon intensity, and strong economic potential.
Built on Proven Engineering Principles
Every Coval system is designed around five core principles:
Efficiency
Maximizing conversion performance while minimizing energy consumption.
Selectivity
Producing high-purity products with high Faradaic efficiency.
Robustness
Engineered using industrial-grade materials and high-pressure systems.
Modularity
Standardized units enable faster deployment and easier scale-up.
Sustainability
Supporting the transition toward a circular carbon economy.
Proven Technology, Ready to Scale
Our technology has moved beyond laboratory validation and has been demonstrated in industrial settings.
Demonstrated Performance
- Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 7
- First-generation industrial demonstrations completed
- More than 1,000 hours of formic acid production
- Stable operation at elevated pressure
- Validated process reliability and performance
- Ready for commercial deployment
Supporting the Energy Transition
Beyond carbon utilization, Coval Energy’s technology can help accelerate renewable energy integration.
The system can operate flexibly, allowing electricity demand to respond to renewable power availability. This provides opportunities to support grid stability while producing valuable chemical products.
Why Coval Energy?
Coval Energy combines carbon capture, renewable electricity, and electrochemistry into a practical solution for industrial decarbonization.
Clean chemistry. Competitive economics. Circular future.
Turn captured CO₂ from a liability into a valuable resource.