Jervois Finland is exploring the possibility of using Hycamite’s zero-emission hydrogen in its own production. Hydrogen is utilised in the reduction of cobalt because it reduces metal salts and oxides under suitable conditions.
Cobalt is increasingly consumed in cathodes of electric vehicle lithium ion batteries. Correspondingly, industrial-quality carbon is used in battery anodes. In addition to batteries, graphite is used in refractory applications, brake pads, carbon brushes for electric motors, the foundry industry, as a dry lubricant, and in steel fabrication.
“We are very pleased with this potential hydrogen supply arrangement, as our goal is to become a globally significant supplier for the industry over time”, said Laura Rahikka, CEO of Hycamite.
