I’m an independent inventor in California. I’ve developed a methane-independent pathway for liquid hydrocarbon synthesis. Unlike existing methods, AshForge uses ash derived from most wood, biomass or even fermentation byproducts. This allows us to synthesize fuel while bypassing the high costs of both natural gas and Direct Air Capture. Status: USPTO Priority Date secured Jan 29, 2026. Training complete. Applying for CA Pro Bono programs. I’m raising $1,500 for the final non-provisional filing fees (Micro Entity status). I can’t discuss the specific mineral species or electrochemical activation parameters publicly yet, but I’m happy to discuss the Carbon Life Cycle and the Economic Disruptions of this model.