Supercritical Solutions Ltd (“Supercritical”), a leading innovator in green hydrogen production, has successfully closed a £14 million ($17.4 million) Series A funding round, co-led by Shell Ventures B.V. and Toyota Ventures. This investment will enable Supercritical to scale its revolutionary high-pressure, membraneless electrolyser technology, which delivers green hydrogen at over 220 bar pressure and industry-leading efficiency of just 42 kWh/kg H₂.
Game-Changing Hydrogen Production Technology
Supercritical’s patented ultra-efficient electrolyser addresses the biggest challenges in green hydrogen production by:
✔ Operating without membranes, eliminating the need for PFAS, iridium, and rare earth metals
✔ Delivering high-purity hydrogen at pressures exceeding 220 bar, reducing the need for costly post-production compression
✔ Achieving unmatched energy efficiency (42 kWh/kg H₂), significantly lowering hydrogen production costs
Supercritical’s innovative approach makes green hydrogen cost-competitive with fossil fuels, paving the way for the decarbonization of industries such as chemicals, steel, and transportation.
“Supercritical Solutions’ unique membraneless electrolyzer has the potential for groundbreaking energy efficiency, which is critical to reducing the levelized cost of hydrogen. We are excited to support the team in scaling their technology, as cost-effective green hydrogen is essential for decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries.”
— Ethan Sohn, Principal, Toyota Ventures
“Supercritical’s breakthrough technology represents a step-change in green hydrogen production. With Morocco’s long-term commitment to green hydrogen, we see immense potential for Supercritical to play a key role in this emerging ecosystem.”
— Omar Laalej, Managing Director, Al Mada Ventures
Strong Backing from Global Investors
The funding round includes strategic customers and financial investors, with participation from:
🌍 Global energy leaders: Shell Ventures, Toyota Ventures
🔬 Technology and industry pioneers: Lowercarbon Capital, Anglo American Platinum
🌱 Sustainable investment firms: Al Mada Ventures, Blackfinch Ventures, Kibo Invest, Niterra / Global Brain, TOP Ventures (Thai Oil), Earth Ventures, and Alumni Ventures
Scaling to Meet Growing Market Demand
With demand for Supercritical’s technology surging, the company has now opened a waiting list, allowing customers to secure early delivery slots starting in 2027.
“Where others are making cuts and hitting roadblocks, Supercritical strides forward in green hydrogen due to its highly differentiated solution. This investment marks a significant inflection point in our mission to enable industry to transition beyond fossil fuels.”
— Matt Bird, CEO, Supercritical
A Sustainable Future with Green Hydrogen
Supercritical’s high-pressure, ultra-efficient technology is set to revolutionize the green hydrogen sector, helping industrial users transition from grey to green hydrogen at scale. With strong investor backing, cutting-edge innovation, and a clear path to commercialization, Supercritical is at the forefront of the green hydrogen revolution, delivering cost-effective, scalable decarbonization solutions for industries worldwide.
