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With zero emissions, energy flows silently from a compact system that fits on a nightstand—just insert one of our proprietary, mailable cartridges and add water.We're building a world where:1 billion people without reliable power gain immediate access—no grid infrastructure requiredMedical devices, refrigerators, and essential electronics stay running when the grid failsOutdoor adventures aren't limited by weather conditions or noise restrictionsPower generation is free from harmful carbon emissionsAfter 10,000+ hours of rigorous real-world testing across diverse conditions, independent engineering firms have verified our technology delivers exactly as promised. This proven breakthrough innovation is secured by four pending patents expected to be granted before our market launch.The lights flicker. Then go dark. Your phone’s at 23%. The fridge hums to a stop. Suddenly, you’re cut off—from power, from life-sustaining equipment, and from the world.For millions of Americans, this isn’t a rare scenario.It’s a growing reality that can turn deadly.Our aging grid is struggling to keep up with rising energy demands from electric vehicles and data centers. Meanwhile, 70% of our power transmission lines have exceeded their 50-year lifespan.The result? Outages now last nearly three times longer than they did in 2017. And the problem is only getting worse.For 127 million Americans in apartments, condos, or with physical limitations, current backup power solutions force impossible compromises. Gas generators are powerful, but release toxic fumes that make them deadly indoors. Battery stations are quiet and compact, but can’t last through the night. And solar generators are useless at night and during storms—exactly when you need them.When the power goes out, millions of Americans are unable to keep medical devices running, food fresh, homes safe, or small businesses operating.At Emission Free Generators, we've created a revolutionary portable generator that solves all these problems at once. We’ve accomplished this by shrinking the technology down to a form factor that can fit on a nightstand.What makes it so revolutionary? It’s incredibly simple to use.The secret is our proprietary cartridge system. Each $6.45 cartridge contains a specialized powder that creates hydrogen on demand. It works with any water source—tap water, rainwater, greywater, seawater, even pond water—to power devices for hours.What can you power with a single $6.45 cartridge? More than you think.We've designed the entire experience around convenience and peace of mind.Behind this experience and convenience is a powerful ‘razor-blade’ business model. It works just like it sounds: sell the razor (in our case, the generator) and drive recurring revenue with the blades (our cartridges). Each customer becomes a long-term recurring revenue source, fueling sustainable growth with every cartridge purchase. Add this all up and you have a remarkably versatile solution that can’t be beat by traditional backup power solutions.While industry giants poured billions into massive hydrogen facilities, Mark Collins (28 patents, 3 exits) and his son Chase Collins started in their lab with a wild idea.What if electricity could be created on demand from hydrogen using a cartridge the size of an envelope?After hundreds of test hours and dozens of iterations, they had a working prototype that could power essential devices safely indoors.Success meant building a team that could match their ambition. They recruited Nestlé's former Global Head of Marketing and Toyota's financial strategist to transform their innovation into a market-ready revolution.The $7.8B generator market only serves a fraction of those who need power. Gas generators don't work for apartment dwellers or those with physical limitations. Meanwhile, outdoor enthusiasts struggle with noisy, toxic machines that ruin the experience they're seeking.EFG isn't just entering the existing market—we're creating an entirely new category for the millions left behind.Traditional power solutions kill the outdoor experience America craves—loud, smelly generators, fuel hauling, and weather dependencies ruin the adventure. That's a massive problem for a $1.2T outdoor recreation market growing 36% since 2012.EFG unleashes true freedom in nature. Our silent, emission-free generators power your devices from Yellowstone to the Florida Keys. No noise, no fumes, just adventure on your terms.California recently passed a ban on gas-powered generators, which takes effect in 2028.The problem is California is the US blackout capital, with nearly 1 in 4 blackouts happening in the Golden State. It’s also an RV capital, with over 1.1M RV owners, many of whom rely on generator power.Residents there need a clean energy generator solution that works no matter the weather conditions.That’s exactly why we’re launching in California first.The generator ban transforms these separate issues into an immediate $200M+ market opportunity just waiting to be captured.But this initial launch isn't just our first market—it's our proving ground for coast-to-coast growth.We've built EFG from the ground up—validating our technology with the US Army, securing partnerships with industry leaders like SoCal Gas, and creating a product that's been tested for over 10,000 hours. Now we're laser-focused on two strategic goals:Completing our manufacturing-ready design and UL certificationLaunching our first production run in Q1 2026As we scale production, California's 2028 ban on fossil fuel generators creates a regulatory tailwind just as we hit our stride. This gives us a crucial 2-year window to establish a foothold and dominate the market.Our vision extends far beyond your standard backup generator. Our roadmap includes EV range extenders that could add precious drive time in emergencies, specialized versions for marine applications, and eventually licensing opportunities that could double our revenue potential.We're raising on Wefunder because we believe everyone should have the opportunity to be part of the energy revolution. From the apartment dweller keeping their medical devices running during blackouts to the outdoor enthusiast seeking adventure without limitations—our technology makes a difference in real lives.With your investment, we can complete our journey and begin delivering clean, reliable power to the millions who need it most. Together, let’s build a world where access to electricity is never limited by location, weather, or living situation.","quick_facts":["Leadership team with 28 patents, 3 exits, and executive talent from Nestlé and Toyota.","Solving a critical need for 127 million Americans who can't use traditional generators.","NASA recognized our hydrogen innovation, leading to prototype development with the US Army.","Validated through 10,000+ hours of real-world testing.","Dual revenue model with 49% margins on hardware, 73% on refill cartridges.","A single $6.45 cartridge powers medical devices for 18+ hours during emergencies.","$755,000 raised from Corp. 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Our sincere apology for not replying sooner, we are still trying to navigate the WeFunder methods! Our cartridge at maximum load will last for 2 hours plus. Typically full load is never really achieved on any generator as the power curve fluctuates. If you run a 60\" TV you can achieve 12+ hours. Our cartridges and EFG unit can be switched on and off, saving energy, so you can run the EFG only when you need power, whenever and wherever. We think having 100% co..."},{"question":"I can find no evidence that EMISSION FREE GENERATORS shows up on any list whatsoever, even given that it is [probably improperly] tagged as RETAIL. I suspect that the only people who found you did so while you showed up as: New This Week. You may want to investigate...","answer":"Thanks Brian. We have not extended passed the friends and family, we have not opened the offering to the public., yet!"},{"question":"Hi Mark, Your tech is great. My question is, are you planning for larger units and would that provide a path to significantly lowering unit/hourly cost thru larger cartridges? Would configurations for whole-house installations make economic sense? I am trying to get a sense of...","answer":"Hey Brian, thanks for your enthusiasm and great questions. Our first to market product is 1.6kW peak. Economies of scale, to lower cartridge and unit build price, take effect in late 2026 when sales increase. Yes, EFG technology is capable for a whole-house generator. For fuel we will use a bank of 5 cartridges, the same individual size as our current cartridge, in one delivery system. Your view is correct, pricing for a larger size, with associated fuel, will reduce the per kWh running costs..."},{"question":"Hi Mark, Great concept and idea -- we had a major outage in portugal a few weeks back so it definitely could be a big problem. A few Qs for you: 1.) For people who are buying this as a backup -- if there are no black swan events, does that mean the subscription revenue would b...","answer":"Hi Tommy, thanks for your comment and question. I know Portugal well having spent many happy days in the sunshine and eating delicious food. I also experienced the power outages! Your questions, 1. Yes, the EFG only uses a cartridge when delivering electricity, so no cost when not in use. However, as the EFG is portable the use case goes far beyond just a UPS backup for blackouts. The convenience of the EFG means that you will find many uses, taking to the beach for recreational use or for wo..."},{"question":"Hi, I noticed from the financials you provided on the page here mentioned that you have revenue, but for the past few months it has been $0/mo. Why the sudden dry up in activity? Is this product currently available to purchase? What/how do you plan to use the money from this r...","answer":"Hi Eric, thanks for the comment and we appreciate your questions. The revenue aspect is a misnomer created by the IRS! We have a grant investment from SoCalGas to produce units for working trials. For tax reasons its classed as revenue, in reality it’s just income from the grant. No, EFG are not at revenue, this will take place in Q1 2026 with our initial production run. The WeFunder funds will be entirely used for producing our pre-production EFG. 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