Pajarito Powder

Pajarito Powder manufactures advanced catalysts for fuel cells and electrolyzer applications, developing and producing catalyst products using proprietary intellectual property. These catalysts optimize systems for cleaner, more sustainable energy applications. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Albuquerque, United States, Pajarito Powder has raised approximately $14.8M in Series B funding from investors including DOE, ARPA-E, Bekaert, Hyundai Motor Company, Kia, and Ecovyst. The company employs 34 people and produces engineered catalysts including platinum group metal catalysts and precious group metal-free catalysts for proton exchange membrane fuel cells and water electrolyzers, supporting the hydrogen economy with domestically manufactured catalyst materials. The company collaborates with automotive OEMs and electrolyzer manufacturers to develop custom catalyst formulations optimized for specific operating conditions and durability requirements.