RIFT

At RIFT, we are dedicated to decarbonizing industrial heat, by leveraging our cutting-edge Iron Fuel Technology. With industrial heat generation currently accounting for a staggering 20% of global GHG emissions, we recognize the urgent need for transition from fossil fuels to clean tech solutions. Our Iron Fuel Technology offers grid-independent scalability and practical feasibility in locations where alternatives fall short. Moreover, it is economically competitive, providing a cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels. With that, our mission is clear: decarbonize industrial heat and cut carbon emissions by 1 Gigaton of CO2 per year by 2050.

Iron Fuel Technology operates like a rechargeable battery for heat generation. Visualize iron powder as a unique energy carrier, akin to a charged battery. Through controlled combustion, this iron fuel transforms into high-temperature energy, serving diverse needs across industries. In the combustion phase, iron fuel efficiently burns in a specialized boiler, producing hot water, steam, or hot air. This process avoids direct CO₂ emissions and maintains ultra-low NOx emissions. Post-combustion, the production process converts rust (iron oxide) back into iron fuel using a hydrogen source. This flexibility completes the sustainable cycle, offering continuous and environmentally friendly energy solutions for industrial processes, district heating and electricity generation

Combating climate change demands more than just good intentions; it requires decisive action. A vibrant ecosystem empowers us to turn a collective responsibility into concrete solutions, simplifying the path to sustainability and making it accessible to all.

Mark Verhagen, CEO & Co-Founder


This might also interest you

  • EU Climate Tech Manifesto

    Demands of the climate tech ecosystem for European policymakers Europe is at a crossroads: the continent’s economic strength and resilience have been increasingly challenged in recent years. The European Union (EU) must now come up with a clear strategy and smart measures to respond to these challenges. Smart economic policies, market-oriented mechanisms and strategic investments…

    Learn more: EU Climate Tech Manifesto
  • Public Credit Guarantees

    How to finance the scaling of breakthrough climate technologies? Many climate tech startups and scaleups struggle to secure the necessary financing for first-of-a-kind (FOAK) facilities – even with existing offtake agreements. Venture capital financing, the most common form of startup finance, is usually not sufficient to meet the investment needs of hardware startups. However, loans…

    Learn more: Public Credit Guarantees
  • Green Public Procurement

    Policy paper: “Green Public Procurement – Stimulating climate-neutral demand for a competitive EU net zero economy: A case study of Germany” The public sector awards contracts worth around 500 billion euros a year in Germany alone – equivalent to around 13% of gross domestic product. Such massive purchasing power can be leveraged to reduce greenhouse…

    Learn more: Green Public Procurement