## ETCH, Inc. Appoints Industry Veteran Katie Ellet as CEO to Drive Decarbonization Revolution
BALTIMORE, MD (November 14, 2024)
– ETCH, Inc. (ETCH), a revolutionary decarbonization company leading the charge towards a cleaner future, has appointed industry expert Katie Ellet as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Ellet brings over 25 years of experience in the chemicals and energy sectors, making her a perfect fit to guide ETCH’s strategic direction and accelerate its growth.Ellet joins ETCH from Air Liquide, where she served as President of Hydrogen Energy & Mobility in North America. In this role, she spearheaded Air Liquide’s over $1 billion investment in hydrogen initiatives across the United States, solidifying her reputation as a driving force behind hydrogen solutions. Her achievements include securing Air Liquide’s participation in six out of the seven Department of Energy (DOE) Hydrogen Hubs, demonstrating her expertise in navigating complex energy landscapes.
Ellet’s impressive track record extends beyond hydrogen, encompassing leadership roles in commercial development, engineering, technology, carbon management, and mitigating risks in clean energy investments. Her depth of knowledge and experience make her uniquely qualified to lead ETCH as it enters a crucial phase of growth and market expansion.
“I am honored to join ETCH at such a transformative moment,” said Ellet. “ETCH is not just a concept; it’s a practical and groundbreaking solution that offers a real and immediate opportunity to significantly reduce global emissions affordably. I look forward to leading the talented team at ETCH and accelerating the transition to a secure energy future.”
ETCH’s innovative decarbonization technology, the ETCH ProcessTM, emerged from Johns Hopkins University under the leadership of Founder and Chief Technology Officer Dr. Jonah Erlebacher. The patented process utilizes a recyclable catalyst to convert nearly 100% of natural gas input into hydrogen and solid carbon, regardless of scale. This groundbreaking closed-loop method seamlessly and economically integrates into the global natural gas ecosystem, offering a versatile and sustainable solution for diverse stakeholders’ energy needs. Notably, the process requires minimal energy and no water, making it a compelling solution for rapid decarbonization across geographies.
“Katie’s expertise and leadership experience align perfectly with ETCH’s mission to drive innovative decarbonization solutions, making her the ideal choice for CEO,” said Dr. Erlebacher. “Katie’s appointment is a strong confirmation of the significant market potential of ETCH’s technology. We are confident her guidance will help us achieve new milestones as we commercialize the ETCH Process and scale our impact.”
ETCH’s journey began with foundational chemistry discovered through an Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (ARPA-E) grant in 2015. Further grants and seed funding from Emerald Development Managers in 2022 have fueled the company’s development and propelled it towards commercialization.
With Ellet at the helm, ETCH is poised to become a driving force in the clean energy revolution, transforming the way we produce and consume energy while safeguarding our planet for future generations.
About ETCH
Born in the labs of Johns Hopkins University and a recipient of a competitive DOE ARPA-E grant, ETCH, Inc. is a revolutionary decarbonization company that eliminates carbon from natural gas to produce both clean hydrogen and solid carbon. No greenhouse gases are ever produced. The ETCH ProcessTM will accelerate the clean energy transition through a solution that delivers unrivaled environmental impact, economic value, and versatility.
For more information on ETCH, please visit www.etchmaterials.com.
