pH7 Technologies Transforms 250 Tonnes of End-of-Life Spent Catalyst Materials into Platinum Group Metals at Its Commercial Vancouver Plant

Innovative closed-loop critical metals recovery platform demonstrates path to 25,000 tonnes per year capacity by 2028

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--pH7 Technologies Inc., a Canadian clean technology leader in sustainable metal extraction, has processed over 250 tonnes of end-of-life material at its Vancouver facility, recovering more than 3,000 troy ounces of platinum equivalent metals (PtEq). This commercial achievement validates the maturity, scalability, and environmental benefits of the company's proprietary closed-loop hydrometallurgical platform.

Key Environmental Impact

The traditional PGM industry relies on resource-intensive mining and smelting methods that generate substantial environmental impacts. pH7's award-winning approach fundamentally alters this equation by recovering valuable metals from end-of-life materials that would otherwise require virgin mining.

By processing these 250 tonnes of recycled materials, pH7 has prevented 2,800 tonnes of CO₂ from entering the atmosphere—the same amount produced by 621 passenger vehicles driven for an entire year.

The environmental advantages extend beyond carbon reduction. The processing conserved 27 million litres of water that conventional extraction would consume, equivalent to 11 Olympic-sized swimming pools.

Energy requirements were also reduced by 14,000 megawatt-hours compared to traditional methods, enough electricity to power 1,300 average Canadian homes annually. These metrics demonstrate how advanced chemistry can transform critical metals recovery while dramatically reducing environmental footprints.

Technology with a Measurable Environmental Edge

Unlike conventional methods such as smelting, which are energy-intensive and limited in feedstock compatibility, pH7's organo-electrochemical process operates at lower temperatures, producing zero liquid waste and maintaining near-zero emissions. This not only reduces environmental impact but also opens the door to economically viable recovery from materials that would otherwise be landfilled or exported as waste.

The company's proprietary platform excels at processing challenging materials including silicon carbide, zirconia, titanium alloys, and feedstocks with high carbon, iron, and chromium content that traditional methods struggle to handle effectively, diverting substantial quantities from landfills.

"We've reached a remarkable milestone in our journey to commercialize our closed-loop critical metal extraction process," said Mohammad Doostmohammadi, Founder and CEO of pH7 Technologies. "This accomplishment confirms that our platform is not just theoretically scalable—it's operating at scale, delivering real-world production, tangible environmental impact, and significant commercial value. We're proud to contribute to securing a sustainable critical metals supply chain while reducing the environmental toll of conventional extraction methods."

Expanding Capacity, Transforming Supply Chains

With 1,200 tonnes per year capacity at its commercial Vancouver facility, pH7 Technologies is implementing a strategic roadmap to scale to 25,000 tonnes per year by 2028 through a global network of processing plants.

This production milestone represents more than just a technical achievement—it demonstrates the commercial viability of a fundamentally more sustainable approach to critical metals recovery. As global demand for responsibly sourced metals continues to accelerate across the automotive, clean energy, and electronics sectors, pH7 Technologies is actively engaging with industry partners seeking to secure environmentally superior supply chains.

"Our platform delivers both environmental and economic advantages that align with increasing ESG requirements while enhancing supply chain resilience," added Doostmohammadi. "We invite forward-thinking partners to join us as we scale this proven technology to meet growing market demand for metals without compromise."

About pH7 Technologies

Vancouver-based pH7 Technologies advances critical metal extraction through a proprietary, near-net-zero process, eliminating toxic emissions and minimizing energy consumption. Collaborating with industries, pH7 supports sustainable production and the global transition to clean energy. pH7 is focused on addressing the $500B+ Total Addressable Market (TAM) in recycling and mining industries. For additional information, visit: https://ph7technologies.com

This press release contains forward-looking statements about pH7 Technologies' business prospects and future operating results. Actual results may differ materially due to various factors. The company undertakes no obligation to update these statements.