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Idaho National Lab and Bloom Energy produce hydrogen at record-setting efficiencies

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With nearly 500 hours of full-load operation completed at the laboratory, Bloom’s high-temperature electrolyzer is producing hydrogen more efficiently than other commercially available electrolyzers, including PEM and alkaline. kWh per kilogram of hydrogen and with 88.5% LHV (Lower Heating Value) to DC.

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Terberg introduces new generation of electric terminal tractor; hydrogen fuel-cell version possible

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The vehicles use DC chargers and can therefore be charged at standard charging stations. The design also allows for the use of hydrogen fuel cells in future. Proof-of-concept hydrogen fuel-cell-powered yard tractor YT203-H2. The new EV drive supports regenerative braking, reducing energy consumption.

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GM expanding into new commercial applications for its HYDROTEC fuel cell systems

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The California Energy Commission is funding a separate demonstration program of four additional MPGs through its Mobile Renewable Backup Generation Systems program to show how hydrogen-based mobile power can help offset the loss of energy during the planned power shutoffs used to mitigate wildfires throughout the state.

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Honda begins operation of stationary fuel cell power station on Torrance campus

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The initiative leverages Honda's hydrogen fuel cell technology expertise and contributes to the company's global goal to achieve carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities by 2050. We believe there’s great promise in hydrogen fuel cells for backup power and offsetting potential peak power events. m 2 Approx.

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Blue World Technologies starting production of methanol fuel cells

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Blue World Technologies’ complete system includes a methanol reformer for fuel conversion, DC/DC for power conversion and fuel cell stack for power production. The methanol fuel cell system is based on High-Temperature PEM technology and methanol to hydrogen reforming.

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Nikola inaugurates first HYLA modular hydrogen refueling station in Ontario, CA

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The goal is to build a hydrogen refueling network that can be rolled out quickly, and built up over time as fuel cell trucks become more common. For a zero emission truck, you’ve got basically two choices: batteries, or hydrogen fuel cells. This is enough hydrogen for about 20-25 fillups.

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PSI team develops web tool for consumers to compare environmental impact of passenger cars in detail

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Depletion of fresh water reserves [m 3 ]. Human toxicity [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Terrestrial toxicity [kg 1,4-DC.-eq.]. Toxicity of marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Toxicity of non-marine aquatic environments [kg 1,4-DC-eq.]. Depletion of fossil energy resources [kg oil-eq.]. Ionizing radiation [kg U235-Eq].

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