Australian clean-tech company Endua has secured $4.88 MM in funding through the Australian Government’s Industry Growth Program, helping the company to advance the performance and manufacturing growth of its proprietary proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyzer technology.

This represents a key milestone in the commercialization of Australian-made H₂ technology, supporting the federal government’s strategic focus on renewables and low-emission technologies. By expanding local supply chains and advanced manufacturing capabilities, Endua’s Advanced H₂ Electrolyzer for Australian Decarbonization (AHEAD) project aligns with national priorities to grow clean energy industries and reduce reliance on imported technologies.

At the core of the project is Endua’s high-performance PEM electrolyzer – a modular, all-in-one product designed for onsite H₂ production. The system’s compact footprint, flexible output and plug-and-play configuration simplifies deployment and reduces the burden on project developers by minimizing site works, infrastructure and commissioning complexity.

“This funding represents an exciting milestone in our mission to deliver world-leading H₂ electrolyzer products directly to the industries and locations where they're needed most,” said Paul Sernia, CEO of Endua. “It will enable us to build critical local supply chain capability and manufacturing expertise, positioning us to capture future growth opportunities both in Australia and internationally.”

Endua’s technology is designed to address the growing demand for clean, reliable energy by enabling on-demand H₂ production at point of use. By eliminating the need for complex transportation and storage infrastructure, the system provides greater energy independence and supply certainty – particularly for industries operating in decentralized locations. The product supports emission reduction objectives across sectors such as transport, remote power and industrial fuels and gases. It will also pave the way for future industries that rely on H₂ as a feedstock, including ammonia and sustainable fuels.

The AHEAD project supports Australia’s broader transition to a low-emissions economy by accelerating adoption of locally developed clean energy solutions. By harnessing renewable inputs and enabling distributed H₂ generation, Endua’s technology contributes to national goals around energy resilience, decarbonization and advanced manufacturing.

Engineered and built in Southeast Queensland, the electrolyzer can be installed quickly without major site modifications, making clean energy more accessible to businesses across Australia.