1414 Degrees, an energy technology company, has been awarded an Australia’s Economic Accelerator (AEA) Ignite grant of $492,526 for a project aimed at advancing its proprietary hydrogen reactor technology. The grant is focused on catalyst development for its SiPHyR (Storage integrated Pyrolytic Hydrogen Reactor) technology, in collaboration with the University of Adelaide and University of Queensland. SiPHyR technology enables the creation of low-cost turquoise hydrogen and valuable solid carbon co-products from methane pyrolysis. It combines 1414 Degrees’ silicon-based thermal energy storage bricks with a dual-column bubble reactor developed at the University of Adelaide. The project, known as Catalytic Hydrogen Production via Pyrolysis (CHyPP), aims to accelerate the development of second-generation catalysts to enhance hydrogen yields and customize carbon co-products to suit specific market requirements. Executive Chairman Dr Kevin Moriarty highlighted the government's recognition of SiPHyR technology's potential to offer a commercially viable, low-emissions hydrogen solution for Australian industries. The technology will help reduce emissions from existing gas networks while generating valuable carbon-based materials for new markets. Supported projects like this operate at Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3 – 5, showcasing a significant advancement in hydrogen technology. Previously, the development of SiPHyR had attracted a $2.5 million Cooperative Research Centres Project grant, emphasizing the ongoing support and recognition of innovative energy solutions in Australia's research sector.