PFAS Destruction Testing Confirms That PyroGenesis’ Plasma Torches Reduce Energy Requirements By Up To 45%

Supports recent results from other projects using PyroGenesis plasma torches showing lower energy usage, reduced CAPEX, and faster production rates.

MONTREAL, Feb. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PyroGenesis Inc. (“PyroGenesis”) (http://pyrogenesis.com) (TSX: PYR) (OTCQX: PYRGF) (FRA: 8PY), a high-tech company that designs, develops, manufactures and commercializes advanced all-electric plasma processes and sustainable solutions to support heavy industry in their energy transition, emission reduction, commodity security, and waste remediation efforts, announces that recent data from a current contract confirms that PyroGenesis plasma torches posted significantly lower operational energy requirements. Savings of up to 45%, when compared to legacy diesel burners, have been obtained in destroying PFAS (often called “forever chemicals”). This contract has been disclosed previously (discussed most recently in the December 3, 2024 press release) and the name of the client remains anonymous for confidentiality and competitive reasons. This new data, combined with other recent results, highlights how a transition from fossil fuels to PyroGenesis plasma torches can generate both significant OPEX and emission reduction advantages.