Hitachi unveils advanced hydrogen power generation tech
In Switzerland, Hitachi Energy unveiled the HyFlex demonstration unit, its Hydrogen Power Generator in Gothenburg, Sweden. The hydrogen-powered generator provides megawatts of power and heat for hard-to- decarbonize applications such as construction sites, remote venues, data centers, and hospitals. The company describes the tech as an integrated and scalable plug-and-play generator for temporary or permanent installation, where power grid connections are impractical, and diesel generators are not an option. The medium-power variant provides power for temporary installations and is designed for 400-600 kVA. The high-power variant caters to permanent installations and will provide 1 MVA or more per unit and can be installed in parallel to meet the customer’s specific power needs. HyFlex is emission-free, producing only AC power, usable heat, and water. In comparison, a 1 MVA diesel generator running at full load combusts roughly 225 kg of diesel and emits 720 kg of CO2 emissions per hour.
