Crosstown H2R, a Swiss-based climate tech startup, has emerged from stealth mode, announcing partnerships with Sulzer of Switzerland and Fortum of Finland.
This collaboration aims to transform gas power plants into zero-carbon energy producers. Crosstown H2R has secured €2M in subsidies and grants from the Swiss Federal Office of Energy (SFOE) and other investors to advance its proprietary technology designed to eliminate CO2 emissions from gas turbines in Europe.
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Aiming for Zero-Carbon Gas Turbines
Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Baden, Switzerland, Crosstown H2R is focused on accelerating the transition to sustainable energy with innovative “hybrid” technologies. The company’s strategy is to extend the lifespan of gas turbines while operating with low or zero carbon emissions, thereby reducing Europe’s reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating the impacts of global economic and political instability.
Crosstown claims to have developed the first Nitrogen Oxide (NOx)-compliant zero-carbon burner for gas turbines, enabling power generation with carbon-free technology. This innovation addresses the environmental impact of NOx emissions, an indirect greenhouse gas contributing to ozone formation.
Collaborations to Accelerate Market Entry
Crosstown’s partnership with Sulzer, a firm specializing in carbon reduction and efficient power storage, accelerates the market entry of its zero-carbon burners. This collaboration provides access to over 3,500 gas turbines in Europe and tens of thousands globally, facilitating a rapid response to climate challenges.
The agreement with Fortum, a Nordic energy company focused on clean energy production and decarbonization initiatives, aims to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Through this partnership, Fortum’s customers can utilize Crosstown’s Hydrogen Renewal (H2R) multi-fuel burner.
Transforming the Power Sector
Crosstown’s technology can eliminate approximately 300,000 tons of CO2 emissions annually from a single 100 MW gas turbine operating at only 50% capacity. The technology has been independently tested and proven, with the latest generation of burners passing TRL7 testing. Installations in turbines belonging to Sulzer and Fortum are set to begin in 2024 as part of collaborative efforts.
S. Manoj Harasgama, founder and co-CEO of Crosstown, expressed his belief in the necessity of new hardware approaches to reduce CO2 and other greenhouse gases. “We’re thrilled to join forces with such renowned clients and go-to-market partners to get this product to market faster and support our mission of creating a sustainable world today,” Harasgama stated.
With this funding and strategic partnerships, Crosstown H2R is poised to make a significant impact on the global effort to decarbonize the power sector and advance sustainable energy solutions.
