Hydrova’s patent-pending DrossZero process is a strong pilot opportunity for zero-waste secondary-aluminum operations. It separates aluminum, salts, and oxides from dross and salt cake while generating hydrogen for on-site energy use; the company has already piloted the process with TST and explicitly describes its goal as deploying turnkey systems with larger aluminum companies.
Founded in 2020 and based in San Diego, Hydrova is a clean-tech startup spun out of MIT. The company focuses on developing sustainable solutions to foster a circular economy within the aluminum industry by converting hazardous waste byproducts into valuable commodities and clean energy.