GOLD AWARD

Barocal

United Kingdom

High Efficiency Solid Cooling and Heating Systems

Barocal develops breakthrough solid-state cooling and heating systems. Based on 15 years of research at the University of Cambridge, our novel caloric materials deliver ultra-high energy efficiency while making polluting refrigerant gases redundant. Our solution can power a wide range applications, addressing 40% of global energy use.

SILVER AWARD

Feon Energy, Inc.

United States

Safer, High-energy Batteries Powered by AI-designed New Molecules

Spun out from Stanford University, Feon Energy is commercializing the holy grail of lithium chemistries: the lithium-metal battery. Their breakthrough electrolyte platform — powered by AI — designed non-flammable molecules that suppress dendrite formation during lithium deposition, enabling safe, high-performance Li-metal batteries.

BRONZE AWARD

Syzygy Plasmonics

United States

Light-powered Reactors Converting Biogas Into Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Syzygy’s technology transforms global waste — biogas from landfills, farms, and wastewater—into affordable and plentiful SAF using light-powered reactors. Its modular, all-electric design enables sustainable fuel production anywhere, unlocking new feedstocks and dramatically reducing carbon emissions across the aviation industry.

PIONEER AWARD

Hydrean Technology

Shenzhen, China

Efficient Carbon-capture Solid Sorbent

Hydrean’s technology overcomes the "three highs" challenges of traditional solvent absorption methods (high energy consumption, high cost, and high pollution). Its breakthrough innovation boasts remarkable advantages of "one exceptional strength" (ultra-high selectivity), "two superior properties" (high adsorption capacity and high cycling stability), and "three low impacts" (low energy consumption, low operating costs, and low environmental footprint).

RISING STAR AWARD

Beijing Aogawa Electrochemical Solutions

Bejing, China

Wide-temperature-range Fuel Cell Stack & PEM Electrolyzer

Beijing Aogawa Electrochemical Solutions has elevated the maximum operating temperature of PEM to 120°C. This innovation offers key advancements in resolving heat dissipation in high-power fuel cells for heavy-duty trucks, and extends the technology to airplane applications. Additionally, it increases PEM electrolyzers' current density at 120°C by threefold and significantly reduces CAPEX to one-third.

RISING STAR AWARD

Hysata

Australia

World’s Highest Efficiency Electrolysers Redefining the Economics of Green Hydrogen

Hysata is an Australian hydrogen electrolyser manufacturer commercialising the world’s most efficient electrolyser. Hysata’s patented electrolysers achieve 95% system efficiency (41.5 kWh/kg H2, 3.73 kWh/Nm3)—surpassing incumbent commercial electrolysers by 20%. Hysata was established in 2021 to commercialise research performed at the University of Wollongong by Senior Professor Gerry Swiegers.

MERIT AWARD

Amazinc Energy

China

Safe and Powerful Zinc Battery UPS for Data Center

An advanced UPS solution based on aqueous zinc batteries, featuring intrinsic safety, high-rate discharge, and eco-friendliness. Ideal for data centers and telecom with high safety demands, it offers fire-free, compact, and low-cost backup power aligned with global ESG and carbon neutrality goals.

MERIT AWARD

Electra Vehicles

United States

AI-powered Brain for Batteries Software Solutions

Electra is the cleantech B2B software company powering the entire battery value chain - from design, testing, and system integration to monitoring, optimization, and control. Our AI Brain for Batteries enables OEMs, Battery Makers, Fleets, and BESS Operators to maximize performance, ensure safety, and drive ROI - accelerating global electrification.

MERIT AWARD

Elementium Materials, Inc.

United States

Unlocking The Full Potential of Batteries

Elementium delivers next generation electrolytes that unlock high performance batteries with faster charge, higher energy density, and longer cycle life while simultaneously lowering cost and providing for improved safety.

MERIT AWARD

HAWAGA Energy Storage Technology (Chengdu) Co., Ltd.

Chengdu, China

Semi-open Lithium-ion Batteries Offering Intrinsic Safety

Backed by over 130 global patents and multiple international awards, HAWAGA’s semi-open lithium-ion battery offers a revolutionary energy storage solution featuring intrinsic safety, extended lifespan, and green recyclability. Additionally, it pioneered a new industrial model of “solid-liquid separation,” which enhances battery transport safety and is driving global commercialization.

MERIT AWARD

H2SITE

Spain

Ammonia Cracking for Hydrogen Imports

H2SITE’s palladium membrane reactors enable long-distance hydrogen transport, via efficiently cracking ammonia into high-purity hydrogen at the point of use. Through enabling large-scale, long-distance hydrogen distribution through ammonia as a carrier, this technology overcomes key transport challenges and makes global hydrogen logistics more efficient and viable.

MERIT AWARD

Nanjing Gasgene Biochemical Technology Co., Ltd.

Nanjing, China

Synthetic Biology Platform Converting CO₂ Into Fuels and Feedstock

Gasgene leverages leading gene editing and anaerobic gas-fermentation technologies. It uses engineered bacteria to convert industrial off-gas, biomass syngas, or green H₂ with CO₂ into carbon-negative chemicals, sustainable aviation fuel, and single-cell protein feed. A 10-ton pilot line is already in operation within a Chinese coal chemical plant.

MERIT AWARD

SungreenH2

Singapore

Next-generation AEM Electrolyzers Using Proprietary Advanced Materials to Double Hydrogen Output and Cut Energy Use by 20%

MERIT AWARD

Tianjin Feynman Dynamics Co., Ltd.

Tianjin, China

E-Fuel from CO₂ Electrolyzer

Feynman Dynamics is pioneering a power-to-liquid (PtL) pathway to produce sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from CO₂ and renewable electricity. Through a pioneering modular leveraging the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, our approach overcomes the feedstock limitations of conventional SAF (e.g., waste oils), eliminates the land-use and food security concerns, and significantly enhances conversion efficiency and operational durability.

MERIT AWARD

Twelve

United States

E-Jet®: Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)

Twelve's carbon transformation technology uses CO2, water, and renewable energy to produce E-Jet®, a fossil-free, Power-to-Liquid sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). E-Jet fuel is drop-in ready for existing aircraft engines with up to 90% lower emissions.

MERIT AWARD

X1 Wind

Spain

Disruptive Floating Wind Technology Reducing Costs and Environmental Footprint Worldwide

The PivotBuoy Technology is X1 Wind’s innovative floating wind platform that cuts costs and reduces environmental impact. Its unique tripod-shaped design enables efficient passive wind alignment, reduced weight, and minimal seabed disturbance—ideal for deep waters and coexistence with marine activities.

MERIT AWARD

Zhongke Guangneng New Energy Technology Co., Ltd.

China

R&D and Industrialization of Hydrogen-based Hybrid Heat Pumps

Zhongke Guangneng New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (ZKG Energy) is a high-tech enterprise incubated by the Guangzhou Institute of Energy Conversion, Chinese Academy of Sciences in 2023. It is the first in China to develop heat pump products with comprehensive R&D and manufacturing capabilities, including electric, gas, and hybrid heat pumps, among others.