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Hazer Group scores $1.15 million to boost clean graphite techThe Hazer Group today announced it’s received $1.15 million in government funding to advance its synthetic graphite production – and what makes it really interesting is that the graphite is a by-product, not the main game.Hazer’s tech produces hydrogen from methane, but unlike traditional methods, it also generates high-quality graphite as a natural by-product. That’s a big deal – most graphite today is either mined or made from coal using energy-heavy processes.What’s the plan for the graphite? It’s set to be used in batteries, steelmaking and asphalt – three industries hungry for reliable, cleaner materials.By capturing value from what would otherwise be a side stream, Hazer is turning waste into opportunity. This funding shows the government’s backing for low-emissions tech with real industrial potential – and graphite could be the sleeper success of Hazer’s process.