FuelCell Energy will use its solid-state electrochemical hydrogen separation and compression (EHSC) technology to develop the efficient method.
Combining both separation and compression simplifies the process of hydrogen production and reduces energy consumption.
The EHSC technology expands the hydrogen production capability of the company’s Direct FuelCell (DFC) power plants making them suitable for applications that use hydrogen including industrial uses and vehicle fueling applications, while simultaneously providing ultra-clean on-site power.
DFC power plants generate three value streams including ultra-clean electricity, high quality heat, and hydrogen suitable for vehicle fueling or industrial uses.
The DOE award funds a two year project to develop scalable and durable EHSC capability that can operate on a variety of fuel inputs including natural gas or renewable biogas.
