Hydrogen Tech World August 2024 | Page 9

[ industry update ]
HydrogenPro announces new production line for Gen3 electrodes HydrogenPro has announced an investment in a new production line for its Gen3 electrodes , with an anticipated annual capacity of 90 – 100 MW . This will quadruple the company ’ s large electrode production capacity . Production is expected to commence in Q1 2025 .
Over a long period , the company has developed a unique Gen3 electrode technology , which enhances electrolyzer efficiency and reduces the Levelized Cost of Hydrogen ( LCOH ).
CEO Jarle Dragvik expressed his satisfaction with the decision , stating : “ The technology that we have developed is unique and is now ready for commercialization . There is a very strong demand for this technology as we experience increased request for quotation of Gen 3 electrodes . It is therefore a good timing for investing in order to deliver from 2025 and onward . With the very good results we have seen testing Gen3 electrodes , we are pleased to take this important step .”
The total investment for the new production line is estimated at NOK 70 million . The experience gained from this project will be crucial for the planning of a future ‘ H2- GIGA factory .’ Earlier this year , HydrogenPro announced the approval of a grant from the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark for the planning of this factory .
Matteco and Ariema to deploy new generation of alkaline electrolyzers Spanish firms Matteco and Ariema Enerxía have received EU Next Generation funding to deploy advanced technology in alkaline electrolyzers . Matteco will implement its components in a new generation of alkaline electrolyzers from Ariema , aiming to produce green hydrogen more efficiently and at a lower cost .
The EMMA project , which is the result of collaboration between the two companies , has received a grant of € 1.1 million by the Spanish government through its strategic recovery plan ( PERTE ) for Renewable Energy , Renewable Hydrogen and Storage ( ERHA ), an instrument funded by EU Next Generation .
The total budget of the project , including the partners ’ funds , will be € 1.4 million . The joint work will focus on the development and integration of highperformance components from Matteco , a supplier of catalysts and electrodes for alkaline and AEM electrolysis , into a new generation of more durable and cost-effective alkaline electrolyzers .
The collaboration with Ariema will allow the possibilities of the new electrode developments to be studied and consolidated over a period of three years , both in intermediate cell sizes ( 25 cm diameter ) and in the final sizes required by the industry ( 1 m diameter ).
This deployment will also enable more efficient conversion of surplus energy generated during high hydrogen production periods , helping to stabilize the electricity grid and ensure a constant supply of renewable energy .
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