SCS Technologies (SCS), a prominent provider of CO2 measurement systems, methane vapor recovery units, and petroleum LACT units, has announced that its CEO, Cody Johnson, was part of the victorious team in the University of Houston’s 2024 Spring Capstone Project. The project, titled “Business Roadmap for Utilizing Hydrogen in Houston,” projects potential earnings of $1.8 billion over its duration, with $180 million allocated for green hydrogen investments. Johnson expressed his enthusiasm for working with his Hydrogen Economy Program team to explore how existing technologies can produce clean hydrogen and reinvest profits to support future decarbonization efforts. He also thanked the University of Houston for bringing together leading experts, students, corporate leaders, engineers, and scientists to advance the renewable hydrogen economy.
The winning project focuses on implementing decarbonization processes and improving capacity utilization in industrial hydrogen production along the Houston Ship Channel through amine capture technology. Additionally, the team explored opportunities for producing ammonia as a liquid carrier via the Haber-Bosch process and utilizing the existing maritime ammonia tanker fleet to transport it to markets in Western Europe and Northeast Asia.
Alan Rossiter, Executive Director of External Relations/Educational Program Development at UH Energy, congratulated Cody and his team for crafting an innovative yet practical clean hydrogen business plan. Rossiter highlighted the importance of leveraging existing technologies and logistics to create viable opportunities in the oil and gas sector. He also noted the University of Houston’s commitment to advancing the energy transition and announced that registration is open for the new cohort starting in August.
The University of Houston’s Hydrogen Economy Program plays a crucial role in the energy industry’s transition, providing a platform for professionals and students to stay informed about industry developments. Participants have the opportunity to develop a capstone project that showcases a business plan for a clean hydrogen start-up. These projects are presented to a panel of judges, who select the top winners. More details about the program and this year’s winners are available on the University of Houston’s website.