Center for Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence

Alternative energy research and development

Energy policy and research

Hydrogen electrolyzers

ZeroAvia's zero-emission powertrains use hydrogen fuel cells that generate electricity through chemical reactions to power electric motors for aircraft propulsion.

A catalyst featuring an iron center and nitrogen-containing molecular chains designed to extract electrons from hydrogen molecules. It mimics the function of hydrogenase enzymes found in nature.

Natural enzymes that inspired the development of the iron catalyst. These enzymes are capable of splitting hydrogen molecules and extracting electrons and protons.

Baden-Württemberg

Texas

PNNL research project to develop an iron-based catalyst with pendant amines as a platinum-free alternative for hydrogen fuel cell applications.

A hydrogen refueling station to be built at the Center for Engineering and Manufacturing Excellence in Rainham, Essex, providing fueling support for fuel cell vehicles.

A research initiative at Rice University focused on developing solar energy-based methods to make water desalination more efficient and less energy-intensive than conventional distillation processes.

A solid oxide fuel cell product introduced to the Japanese market for residential combined heat and power systems. It was quickly incorporated into Japan's ENE-FARM system.

A new catalyst featuring an iron center and nitrogen-containing molecular chains (pendant amines) designed to extract electrons from hydrogen molecules for use in fuel cells, offering a platinum-free alternative.