“Competitive solutions that contribute towards climate neutrality and the decarbonisation of industrial sectors"
The Basque consortium, coordinated by TECNALIA, has launched SINTETIK, a research project aimed at developing new technologies for the production and conversion of renewable synthetic fuels (e-fuels)
SINTETIK seeks to offer competitive solutions that contribute towardsclimate neutrality and the decarbonisation of industrial sectors that are difficult to electrify, such as:
- Steel
- Chemical Industry
- Heavy mobility
Synthetic fuels
Conventional processes to produce synthetic fuels are based on thermochemical technologies that require high temperatures and rely on fossil fuels, generating significant CO₂ emissions.
SINTETIK proposes a paradigm shift through cleaner and more efficient technologies, reducing costs and emissions.
Lab-scale prototypes
Over the coming two years (2025-2026), the project will develop four lab-scale prototypes, each based on an innovative technology:
- Electrochemical reactor to produce syngas and methanol from CO₂ and water.
- Induction-electrified membrane reactor to turn ammonia into high purity hydrogen.
- Plasma reactor to gasify bio-oils and generate syngas.
- Photocatalytic reactor to synthesise methane from CO₂ and hydrogen.
As well as TECNALIA, the consortium includes the participation of CIDETEC, UPV/EHU, Petronor Innovación, Polymat, Tekniker and Basque Energy Cluster, consolidating public-private collaboration in the field of sustainable energy.
With SINTETIK, the Basque Country reinforces its leadership in energy innovation, with a commitment to technologies that facilitate the transition towards a cleaner, safer and more competitive industrial model.
** Initiative funded by the Basque Government’s ELKARTEK programme.