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The Hydrogen Value Chain, Emerging Power and Aviation Applications

Hydrogen and its derivatives (e.g. ammonia, methanol) will be crucial in decarbonizing diverse sectors and serving as energy carriers for global renewable energy transport. As a result, the market is seeing increased commercial interest from technology providers, engineering services, and project developers eager to capitalize on this expanding opportunity.

Established Global Partnerships for Major PEM Fuel Cell Players

Innovation map of established global partnerships for major proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell players.

PEMFCs and SOFCs Are Leading the Way for Stationary Fuel Cells

Due to the intermittent nature of renewable technologies, attention is moving to hydrogen fuel cells for stationary power generation.

AvCarb

AvCarb Material Solutions (AvCarb) is a leading US-based manufacturer of engineered carbon components, particularly the gas diffusion layer (GDL) used in hydrogen fuel cells and water electrolyzers. This company profile focuses on AvCarb's GDL products.

Plug Power

Plug Power is a US-based fuel cell manufacturing company founded in 1997. It manufactures proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) for both stationary and automotive power and has developed electrolyzer technology for hydrogen production, with an aim to create a complete end-to-end hydrogen economy. IDTechEx spoke with Plug Power's Stationary Fuel Cell Business Development and Account Manager.

Wrightbus

Wrightbus is a UK-based manufacturer of zero-emission buses. It produces both full electric and hydrogen fuel cell models and has experienced strong sales in the European market in recent years.