Ardent

Ardent Process Technologies (formerly known as Ardent) is an advanced membrane technology company based in New Castle, Delaware, developing scalable membrane separation solutions to decarbonize industrial processes. The company's flagship Optiperm™ platform includes two core product lines: Optiperm™ Olefins, which enables propylene recovery from polypropylene purge streams, and Optiperm™ Carbon, which provides point-source CO₂ capture for industrial and gas-fired power facilities. With over 30 years of membrane development and deployment experience across applications including oil dehydration, degassing, and solvent recovery, Ardent's technology uses up to 40% less energy than traditional solvent-based separation processes. The company serves customers in petrochemicals, oil and gas, cement, steel, and power generation, with partners including Braskem, Chevron, Technip Energies, and Syensqo.