High Yield
The process is based on sulfuric acid oxidation and gas conversions able to perform all the reactions to produce a high yield.
Efficiency
Safe and Scalable
Cost-effective and unique technology that requires a significantly lower amount of energy to operate the system.
Output
No Emissions
A fully closed cycle producing no emissions, has small dimensions, and does not require sophisticated fumes treatment or systems.
Impact
Waste to Energy
Waste to Energy is a generic term for turning municipal solid waste including biomass plant and animal products such as paper, cardboard, food waste, grass clippings, leaves, wood, animal caresses and leather products; and non-biomass products such as rubber from tires and other rubber waste products, plastics, coal fines and numerous synthetic materials and fabrics made from petroleum into a usable form of energy.
Exothermic Process Means Lower Energy Costs
Our exothermic energy technology based on electro-thermochemical processes joined for the conversion of organic substrates and wastes into carbon dioxide and hydrogen. The hydrogen can be used to sell as is, make methane, methanol, ammonia, or other gasses and fuels, or convert the hydrogen into electric energy.
Our current model is to make methane (RNG). It is very stable, valuable, currently has an unlimited market and some of the carbon dioxide produced by the w2e system is used in making the methane.
The thermal energy produced by the system is recovered and used to heat the reactor and preheat the substrate.
Carbon Footprint for Plastic – New Raw Materials out of Plastic Recovered from Landfills
Transforming Landfill Waste into Valuable Resources
Almost all plastic is non-biodegradable. Without recycling, plastic spreads across the environment causing plastic pollution.
Plastic Recycling is the processing of plastic waste into other products. Recycling can reduce dependence on landfill, conserve resources and protect the environment from plastic pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Plastic recycling rates lag behind those of other recoverable materials, such as aluminum, glass and paper. From the start of plastic production through to 2015, the world produced around 6.3 billion tons of plastic waste. However, only 9% has been recycled and less than 1% has been recycled more than once. Of the remaining waste, 12% was incinerated and 79% was either sent to landfills or lost to the environment as pollution.
Significantly Lower carbon footprint than traditional recycling.
The integrated waste processing system cuts carbon emissions by consolidating waste collection and processing. Unlike traditional recycling, which needs separate collection for different materials and leads to higher vehicle and processing emissions, this system processes all waste at one location, resulting in a significant reduction in carbon output. This approach is more efficient than traditional recycling because it processes waste comprehensively, produces usable energy and materials on-site, and reduces the need for new raw materials and long-distance transportation, leading to a lower overall carbon footprint.
The higher volume of material at transfer stations and landfills compared to traditional recycling provides a steady feedstock for the integrated system, enhancing its economic viability, scale, and efficiency. Using the larger volume of mixed waste improves resource recovery and production, making better use of materials that would otherwise end up in landfills. This method also helps extend landfill lifespan by diverting a substantial amount of waste for reuse and repurposing, including the production of new plastic bottles for beverages.
More Than Plastics:
Low-Cost Hydrogen, Methane, & Other Fuels
Tires, plastics, paper, wood, garbage, farm biomass, medical waste, food waste, coal and virtually any organic material, can cost effectively be converted into low-cost Hydrogen, methane or other fuels.
Fueled by Everyday Waste
Using our exothermic energy process, any organic waste material can be converted to Hydrogen. CO2 is also captured and stored without expensive scrubbers and sold to industry.
Flameless Process
No combustion of organic materials, even coal. All thermochemical reactions. Our exothermic energy process is safe, industrial scale and has no NOx, dioxins, toxic emissions or hazardous solids.
High Yield, High Return
Scalable to process from 6 tons per day for a single reactor system to a multi-reactor system processing 10 tons of waste per hour, creating up to 4 Million kg/yr of Hydrogen and sequestering 62 Million kg/yr of CO2
Versatile Application
Transform Organic Waste to Energy
Transition to Hydrogen-Based Fuels for Energy
Embrace the shift from hydrocarbon-based fuels to hydrogen for cleaner, sustainable energy and transportation. Hydrogen fuel reduces carbon emissions and promotes a greener future.
Advanced Landfill Design and Technology
Implement advanced landfill design and technology to maximize waste management efficiency and minimize environmental impact. Capture methane and ensure safer waste decomposition.
Deploy Grid-Free Decentralized Power
Deploy decentralized power systems to enhance energy independence and resilience. These grid-free solutions provide reliable electricity to remote and underserved areas.
Create Program Resiliency and Up-Time
Ensure constant energy availability by creating resilient systems with minimal downtime. Robust infrastructure and backup solutions safeguard against power interruptions.
Enable Future Economic Growth through Grid Power
Support economic growth by providing readily available, grid-ready power to businesses and communities. Reliable electricity infrastructure attracts investment and drives development.
Convert Organic Waste from Liability to Energy
Transform organic and hazardous wastes into valuable resources for fuel, power, and material recovery. Innovative technologies repurpose waste, reducing environmental liabilities and supporting sustainability.
Protect the Environment with Efficient Remediation
Enhance environmental protection through efficient remediation and recovery processes. Advanced techniques restore contaminated sites and recover valuable materials, promoting ecological health.
Waste Coal to Electricity & Renewable Natural Gas
Convert waste coal fines and coal into electricity and renewable natural gas for a cleaner energy future. This approach mitigates waste and utilizes existing resources for sustainable power.
Create Circular Economies in Multiple Industries
Foster circular economies by promoting recycling and repurposing across various industries. Sustainable practices minimize waste, maximize resource use, and drive innovation.
Key Factors
What Sets Exothermic Energy Apart
Exothermic energy is a safe flameless process.
Exothermic energy is not pyrolysis.
Exothermic energy processes are liquid phase reactions with carrier/substrates intimate contact.
Waste disposal is joined to energy production.
Virtually all organics are usable as substrate.
High moisture content substrates are usable.
The formation of Dioxin or NOX is not possible in this process.
There are no emissions or toxic wastes.
Exothermic energy systems are scalable and designed for exact site needs (i.e., landfills, hospitals, farms, food processors, coal mines...etc.).
Systems are built modular and can be containerized for fast deployment and expansion.
Common construction materials are required for the fabrication of a w2e process plant, all of which are available.
Very fast to deploy.
About The Company
OUR GOALS
Turn Trash into Power
Switch to Cleaner Fuels
Improve Landfills
Bring Power Everywhere
Ensure Continuous Power
Connect to the Grid
Convert Waste into Useful Products
Enhance Environmental Cleanup
Utilize Coal Waste Wisely
Promote Resource Efficiency
Meet Our Team
Charles A. Ferracone
James Farrell
Founder, Board Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Charles (Tony) Ferracone
A partner in Iron Horse Recycling since 2012. Was part of the design team for the second Iron Horse facility. Mr. Ferracone has overseen all aspects of the building and commissioning of the Iron Horse recycling system. He has worked with engineers to test and develop new operating procedures to maximize the output of the Iron Horse system. He leads the team that successfully operated the IH system to prove the technology and the plant was completed pursuant to the design and specifications of the engineers.
James (Jim) Farrell
Founder, Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the w2e group of companies, which began in 1992 with Iron Horse Tire Reclamation Technologies, LLC. Mr. Farrell has been the CEO of several consulting and manufacturing companies over the last 55 years. He received his degree from the University of Denver with a major in Business Management and Hospitality Management (BSBA).
