Funding supports the DOE’s mission to advance large-scale CO2 conversion into products that are both economically valuable and environmentally responsible.
Twelve has been selected for $6 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) Office. This funding supports the DOE’s mission to advance large-scale CO2 conversion into products that are both economically valuable and environmentally responsible.
The funding will accelerate Twelve’s R&D and deployment efforts for its breakthrough carbon transformation technology, which converts CO2 emissions into products like E-Jet® SAF and CO2Made® materials for everyday use.
Advancing CO2 Electrolyzer Performance
DOE funding will support key innovations in Twelve’s CO2 electrolyzers, including:
Membrane Electrode Assembly Testing
Optimizing parameters to extend electrolyzer lifespan and increase current density.
Stack Hardware Enhancements
Modifying designs to improve reliability and cost-effectiveness for industrial-scale use.
CO2 Source Analysis
Collaborating with industry stakeholders to study how CO2 impurities impact electrolyzer performance and durability.
These advancements will be critical to reducing the cost of CO2-derived products and ensuring the technology can compete with traditional, fossil-based alternatives.
Scaling Up Carbon Transformation
By the end of the project, Twelve will demonstrate its CO2 electrolyzers in a medium-term stack test and deploy the developmental improvements in its AirPlant™ facilities. This milestone will strengthen Twelve’s ability to transform emissions into products like E-Jet® SAF, supporting decarbonization in aviation and other hard-to-abate sectors.
Why it Matters
Reducing Carbon Emissions
Turning CO2 from waste into valuable products like E-Jet® SAF and CO2Made® materials helps create a sustainable, circular economy and diversifies hydrocarbon production.
Achieving Cost Parity
By improving the efficiency and durability of CO2 electrolyzers, Twelve is closing the gap between fossil-based and sustainable alternatives.
Accelerating Deployment
Strategic advancements like these bring clean technologies to scale faster, transforming industries and reducing emissions on a large scale.
We commend DOE FECM for their leadership in leveraging CO2 as a valuable resource for sustainable economic growth and decarbonization.
Leading the Charge Toward a Circular, Ultra-Low-Carbon Future
Advancements in carbon transformation are vital to addressing the twin challenges of climate resilience and sustainable economic growth. By enabling the conversion of CO2 emissions into essential products, Twelve's technology supports a circular economy where waste becomes a resource. This innovation not only reduces emissions but also creates new pathways for industrial production that are less dependent on fossil fuels. With the support of the U.S. Department of Energy and a commitment to scaling clean solutions, Twelve is at the forefront of pioneering the transition to a more sustainable, ultra-low-carbon future.