Pajarito Powder, LLC

Pajarito Powder is a manufacturing startup that specializes in developing and manufacturing advanced electrocatalysts and catalyst support materials for fuel cells and electrolyzers. Established in 2011 and headquartered in the United States, the company recently secured a significant $20.00M grant investment from the US Department of Energy on 25 March 2024. Pajarito Powder's product range includes Platinum and Platinum alloy catalysts manufactured upon their proprietary Engineered Catalyst Supports (ECS), which are tailored to specific system requirements to enhance performance and durability, particularly for PEM and AEM applications. The company's Engineered Electrolyzer Catalysts (EEC) materials cater to PEM and Alkaline applications, offering PGM-free HER catalysts and high-performing, high-efficiency OER catalysts. Moreover, they also provide Precious-Metal-Free (PMF) Catalysts for next-generation applications that are entirely PGM-free, demonstrating their commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a firm focus on enhancing fuel cell function and durability, Pajarito Powder's products are aimed at addressing the demanding requirements of the automotive industry, especially for the cost-sensitive manufacture of FCEVs. The recent investment injection from the US Department of Energy not only demonstrates confidence in Pajarito Powder's technological capabilities but also provides the necessary financial support for the company's continued growth and innovation in the field of advanced electrocatalyst materials.