Thissenkrupp Nucera US and its partner De Nora received funding to work on the automated manufacturing of gigawatt alkaline water electrolysis production lines in the US. As part of $750 million in funding for 52 projects across the US, this grant marks the first significant federal funding for electrolysis technologies under a bipartisan infrastructure bill.
Meanwhile, Thissenkrupp Nucera is preparing for the electrolysis market of the future through a partnership with Fraunhofer IKTS in Europe. Their goal is to develop high-temperature solid oxide electrolyzer (Soec) cell technology for industrial production and application. By early 2025, a pilot plant built by Fraunhofer IKTS will produce high-temperature electrolysis stacks using Soec technology, initially in small quantities. Thissenkrupp Nucera has also been granted a license to manufacture and use stacks based on Fraunhofer technology.
The companies believe that Soec technology will benefit industries such as green steel, ammonia, methanol and fertilizers, as it significantly reduces electricity consumption and eliminates the need for rare precious metals. This innovative technology uses industrial waste heat generated during production, making it an environmentally friendly and cost-effective solution for various industries.
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