Distributed Natural Gas Pyrolysis
An Energy Revolution
Low-cost natural gas isn’t only at the core of our high-energy economy today, it is also the future of improving efficiency and reducing operating costs tomorrow.
Distributed natural gas (DNG) pyrolysis technologies sit between your natural gas utility connection and the commercial/industrial systems that convert natural gas into heat and power. Modern’s DNG technologies use a high efficiency thermal process to crack natural gas into high value hydrogen and carbon products for market-leading commercial and industrial operations at massive scale.
Why Distributed Natural Gas Pyrolysis?
Distributed natural gas pyrolysis refers to the deployment of Modern technology at or near points of use, such as industrial facilities, fleet fueling stations, and utility pipelines. This localized approach minimizes transportation costs, reduces emissions, and leverages existing natural gas infrastructure to deliver immediate, scalable benefits.
Key advantages include:
Localized production: Ensures natural gas products like hydrogen, DNG and high value carbon products are readily available for local applications.
Leverage Existing Infrastructure: Utilizes existing natural gas pipes and connections, reducing the need for new infrastructure investments.
Cost efficiency: Distributed systems enable operations improvements, eliminate transportation costs, and maximize the economic value of low-cost domestic natural gas.

Natural Gas Pyrolysis Produces Solid Carbon
Natural gas pyrolysis produces high value natural products like hydrogen, DNG, and solid carbon that is used as a raw material in industries like asphalt, medical devices, aerospace composite materials, and concrete
So, not only does distributed natural gas pyrolysis generate hydrogen for feedstocks and fuels, but it can also be pre-configured for delivery of fully integrated business solutions including turnkey onsite power generation, facility heat, makeup air, boilers, and heavy duty fueling. Modern’s ultra-low emission approach to natural gas pyrolysis delivers solid carbon and paving materials with an industry leading low CO₂ rating. This means lower cost and longer life products for a more sustainable built environment – all from natural gas.

For Utilities
Infrastructure Utilization: Gas utilities deploy Modern natural gas technologies to leverage their existing assets and high value workforce to meets customer demands for access to natural gas products. By providing new optionality for their largest natural gas users, utilities keep energy costs low.
Regulatory Compliance: By incorporating Modern distributed natural gas pyrolysis (DNG) technologies into their service model, utilities meet increasing regulatory requirements for safety, resilience, and reliability while helping their largest natural gas users improve operating efficiency.

For Industrial Clients
Localized Production: Distributed natural gas pyrolysis eliminates the complexity and cost associated with the delivery of liquid hydrogen.
Flexibility in Use: Modern fueling solutions support non-stop heavy-duty operations like fork-lifts in indoor distribution centers and regional transit buses. This approach to commercial fueling strengthens our electrical grid and supports safer work environments.

For Asphalt Companies and Paving Contractors
Modern Paving Materials: Modern Carbon is a game-changer for asphalt paving materials, delivering improved durability and lower costs. Modern’s new paving materials create new revenue streams in pavement markets and reduce costs associated with infrastructure development and road repairs.

Wastewater Treatment & Landfills
For wastewater treatment facilities and landfill operators looking to create new revenue streams, Modern gas processing solutions monetize traditional waste streams (methane and biogas). Modern customers generate high purity hydrogen for Commercial and Industrial operations and high value carbon for asphalt paving materials.