S Series S130 hydrogen generator
Bend, Oregon, headquartered, e1 Marine, the corporate whose methanol-to-hydrogen know-how is a key ingredient of Maritime Partners’ Hydrogen One towboat, has been commissioned by Swiss-based Current AG to construct an S Series 130 hydrogen generator. It can be used to develop and consider methods to seize waste warmth and CO2 from the exhaust stream created through the methanol-to-hydrogen reforming course of.
If the lab-based checks are profitable, the extra warmth and lowered CO2 emissions will enhance the general financial system and environmental footprint of the reforming course of. The information will then be integrated into present plans to assemble business vessels with methanol-to-hydrogen reformers enabling the hydrogen for use to energy gasoline cells for producing electrical energy on e-vessels or hybrid vessels.
The S Series S130 hydrogen generator is a modular system designed for ease of use on board vessels as a part of a quiet, low vibration, low emission energy resolution for luxurious boats, or as a spread extender supporting battery-centric energy options on workboats. The know-how can combine with proton-exchange membrane (PEM) gasoline cells as a part of an environment friendly and dependable renewable energy resolution.
“Although our generators already enable vessel owners to meet the incoming carbon reduction regulations, we are delighted that companies like Current AG are working to explore how we can help customers get closer to zero carbon emissions,” stated Robert Schluter, managing director at e1 Marine.
Current AG helps the delivery business with options to speed up delivery decarbonization. Methanol-based hydrogen used for electrical propulsion is an alternative choice to utilizing methanol direct in inner combustion engines. It reduces emissions and boosts effectivity.
Current AG will associate with Norway’s Institutt for Energiteknikk (IFE), a number one scientific establishment, for the testing which can happen in a secured laboratory surroundings. After an preliminary interval at element1 with two engineers from IFE, the methanol to hydrogen reformer can be despatched to IFE for additional testing and growth.
Per Sandven, managing director at Current AG, commented, “We recognize the potential of e1 Marine’s ground-breaking technology to chart a clear pathway to decarbonizing the shipping industry. The technology dramatically cut the carbon intensity of marine power for ships in our inland waterways, at sea, or at berth. We look forward to working with e1 Marine to drive further efficiency and emissions reductions with its technology.”
