Hydrogen fuel cells are electrochemical devices used to convert the chemical energy of hydrogen into electrical energy, releasing heat in the process while producing water as the only by-product of the electrochemical reactions. There are several types of hydrogen fuel cells, including alkaline, proton exchange membrane (PEM), phosphoric acid, and solid oxide fuel cells. These technologies differ in numerous ways, most notably in the component materials used to support the electrochemical process. In this section you can find news items related to various aspects of fuel cell technologies. If you would like to see your news release published here and in our email newsletter, please feel free to contact Matjaž Matošec.
Ionomr Innovations’ Pemion® has achieved performance and durability testing results that surpass internationally recognized standards from the US Department of Energy and Hydrogen Europe, confirming the company’s hydrocarbon-based PEM and polymer is ready for widespread fuel cell applications.
In an effort to support growing demand for clean hydrogen generation, Chemours has announced a USD 200 million investment to increase capacity and advance technology for its Nafion™ ion exchange materials, to be located at the company’s manufacturing facility in Villers-Saint-Paul, France.
Hydrogen technology development is shifting towards low-emissions solutions such as electrolysis, according to a joint study of patents by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA). The freely-available study is the most comprehensive investigation of hydrogen-related patenting so far.
In a bid to develop fuel cell systems for ships and power generation and acquire technologies for green hydrogen production, Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, the intermediate holding company of HD Hyundai, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Fraunhofer IKTS and Elcogen.
Johnson Matthey has selected Infor MES manufacturing execution system to digitise manufacturing operations, boost efficiency and traceability, and underpin ambitious growth plans for its hydrogen technologies business unit. The company will deploy Infor at its fuel cell plant in Swindon, UK.
US-based FuelCell Energy has announced it is accepting orders for its solid oxide electrolyzer and solid oxide fuel cell platform. Thanks to its high efficiency, the company’s electrolyzer technology is expected to lower the cost of hydrogen production by 20–30% compared to low-temperature alternatives.
Emerson has launched a pressure-reducing regulator specially designed for use onboard commercial hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. The dual-stage active seal design of the TESCOMTM HV-3500 Hydrogen Onboard Regulator delivers steady pressure and constant hydrogen fuel supply to fuel cells.
H2B2 and PowiDian are collaborating to provide the future Rijnstate hospital in Elst, the Netherlands, with a Power-to-Power (P2P) system that integrates solar PV and hydrogen, enabling the hospital to cover up to 60% of its energy needs and saving 600,000 m³ of natural gas over the next 15 years.
Nel Hydrogen US has entered into a joint development agreement with General Motors to help accelerate the industrialization of its PEM electrolyser platform. By combining their expertise in electrolysers and fuel cells respectively, Nel and GM aim to enable more cost-competitive sources of green hydrogen.
Proton Motor Power Systems plc, the UK parent company of hydrogen fuel cell manufacturer Proton Motor Fuel Cell GmbH, has signed a 15-year lease agreement for a 13,500 m2 production facility, which will be used to significantly expand the company’s manufacturing, testing and development capabilities.
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