The BACT in
mercury capture.

Birchtech’s patented two-part SEA® sorbent approach raised the bar across the U.S. power sector — achieving mercury capture rates that exceed the EPA’s stringent MATS standards. Believed to be in use by more than 40% of the U.S. coal-fired fleet.

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Southern States Energy Board International Energy Agency UN Environment Programme
Forested mountain ridge above the clouds — clean air

Patented chemistry for cleaner coal power.

Our advanced, patented two-part approach to mercury emissions reduction raised the bar across the U.S. sector — achieving mercury capture rates that exceed stringent, federally-mandated environmental standards (the EPA MATS ruling).

Believed to be currently in use by more than 40% of the U.S. coal-fired power plant sector, SEA® Technologies ensure power generated from coal is produced in a more environmentally friendly manner — providing cleaner air and allowing the recycling of an important by-product of mercury emissions, coal ash, for use in important industrial applications such as cement, roads, and building materials.

Mercury Chemisorption Model — the SEA® sorbent oxidizes elemental mercury and binds it into stable, non-volatile compounds
The SEA® chemisorption mechanism — oxidation, binding, reduction and release lock mercury into stable, non-volatile compounds.

Tailored solutions & advanced expertise.

Our targeted Emissions Management Services deliver precision, compliance, and optimization for mercury control needs. Our SEA® technologies, coupled with a data-driven approach, ensure a custom fit for your plant’s specific requirements aligning with stringent environmental standards for a cleaner future.

Birchtech mobile SEA system deployed in the field
  • Strategic emissions services with a deep understanding of mercury air-emissions complexities.
  • Utilizes SEA® technology and specially formulated products for optimized combustion chemistry.
  • Commitment to results supported by unparalleled expertise in the field.
  • Relentless pursuit of innovation with rigorously tested products for various flue-gas environments.
  • Ensures guaranteed savings and reliable performance.
  • Latest advancements in emissions control tailored to unique operational needs.
Birchtech SEA adsorber system
  • Maintains operational flexibility while adhering to mercury-emission regulations.
  • SEA® technology and world-class experts deliver flexibility for maximum profitability.
  • On-the-spot mercury-emission analytics for real-time analysis, avoiding reliance on laboratory samples.
Birchtech analyst conducting mercury emission testing in the lab
  • State-of-the-art expertise and technology for comprehensive system assessments and improvements.
  • Team of leaders in material handling and mercury-control science providing detailed guidance.
  • Optimal design for injection strategy ensuring appropriate equipment layout and installation.
  • Sorbent optimization with advanced flow modeling for cost-effective plans — with a mobile laboratory conducting emission testing for mercury and other trace metals, providing quick and accurate data.
  • Continuous advancement in technologies for better mercury capture, with rapid-response support for changing operations and regulations.

Accessible data, informed decisions.

We equip our customers with comprehensive data sheets for our SEA® Sorbent Technologies, detailing everything from technical specifications to operational best practices.

Proven performance, measurable impact.

Guaranteed Satisfaction

Our SEA® Technologies have transformed mercury emission control and coal-fired power generation. Across the U.S., Birchtech’s systems are estimated to treat over 31 million tons of coal annually* — dramatically reducing mercury emissions and enhancing environmental health. We stand firmly behind them with 100% satisfaction: supply customers are guaranteed to meet stringent federal and state emissions regulations confidently and cost-effectively, with continuous, optimized performance aligned to each utility’s financial and operational goals.

*Based on 2023 supply revenue and EIA data — about 7% of total U.S. coal-plant consumption.

Birchtech Performance Guaranteed