University-Backed Validation: Why Zero X’s Syngas Sets Them Apart
Hi everyone,
We’re excited to share a key technical milestone that further strengthens the foundation of what one of our portfolio companies, Zero X, is building.
One of the most important questions in waste-to-energy technology is:
How clean is your syngas?
Thanks to MFC, Zero X’s technology partner and developer of the X-150 system, we now have verified data confirming that the syngas produced contains very low concentrations of tar and it’s backed by testing from the University of Zittau.
Why Low-Tar Syngas Matters
Tar content is one of the biggest challenges in gasification. High tar levels can:
🚫 Clog systems
🚫 Damage fuel cells and turbines
🚫 Increase maintenance costs
🚫 Limit commercial scalability
With MFC’s results confirming low-tar output, this opens the door to new application spaces, including:
✅ Fuel cell integration
✅ Hydrogen-enabling technologies
✅ Ultra-clean microgrid systems
✅ Long-term deployment in regulated, high-standard markets

🔍 What This Means for Zero X
While MFC leads system design, Zero X is the deployment engine — taking this breakthrough to market through real-world projects, partnerships, and pilot opportunities.
This validation gives the X-150 system:
• Higher technical credibility
• A stronger case for clean energy investors
• A clear edge over traditional gasification approaches
In short: it’s one more proof point that this system isn’t just conceptually exciting, it’s ready to meet the real demands of the energy transition.
Thank you for believing in the companies we’re building.