Startup Sun Catalytix is commercializing active, versatile, and affordable catalysts that split water into oxygen and hydrogen in a way that mimicks photosynthesis. Its technology uses catalysts made of abundant elements that split water in a benign and simple operation. By eliminating expensive precious metals and substantially reducing balance of plant costs, the technology promises…
Large electrolysis units could stabalize the grid and more
The best way to store the wind-generated power is anyone’s guess. The equipment for one idea comes from Toronto-based Hydrogenics, a firm that manufacturers industrial electrolysis units, devices that separate hydrogen from oxygen in water. Hydrogen can be used in industrial applications, but the company suggests storing it as a vehicle fuel and provides several…
Hydrogen provides a way to store excess wind power
Robert McGillivray/ Director, Renewable Energy/ Hydrogenics Corp./ Mississauga, Ontario, Canada/ hydrogenics.com Editors note: One problem with wind power is that when the wind blows strong, the power it generates is either used or lost. In Europe, the utility rules are such that on windy nights when demand is low, wind generated power is almost given…