Methane Pyrolysis in Molten Metals for Hydrogen Production

We study molten metal catalysis of methane as a pathway to green hydrogen production. Our work focuses on overcoming two key challenges: the high operating temperatures required by methane’s strong C–H bonds and the difficulty of managing large amounts of solid carbon byproduct. By exploring alternative carbon-based products and reaction pathways through thermodynamic analysis and catalyst selection, we aim to develop scalable approaches that advance both hydrogen production and carbon management.