In the US, Thissenkrupp Nucera and De Nora have received funding to automate production lines for alkaline water electrolysis. The move aims to transition from manual labor to mass production in order to meet more gigawatt projects per year, positioning their business for success in the US market. The grant is part of a larger federal funding initiative under the bipartisan infrastructure bill, totaling $750 million for 52 projects in 24 states.
In Europe, Thissenkrupp Nucera has partnered with Fraunhofer IKTS to enhance their technology portfolio in the electrolysis market. The focus is on developing high-temperature solid oxide electrolyzer cell (Soec) technology for industrial production and applications. By early 2025, a pilot plant built by Fraunhofer IKTS will begin production of high-temperature electrolysis beams using Soec, with plans to gradually increase production.
The strategic partnership between Thissenkrupp Nucera and Fraunhofer IKTS includes a licensing agreement for Thissenkrupp Nucera 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 by reducing electricity consumption and eliminating the need for rare precious metals.
Thissenkrupp Nucera’s shift towards high-temperature technology is expected to have a positive impact on industries where industrial waste heat is generated during production. By reducing electricity consumption and relying on more sustainable technology, the company highlights its commitment to innovation and sustainability in the green hydrogen sector. To stay up to date with the latest news and analysis in this field, subscribe to the Green Hydrogen newsletter for bi-weekly updates. If you have any news or analysis ideas that you would like to share with us, please feel free to contact our editorial team today.