JERA and Denso Corp collaborate to develop hydrogen production technology
JERA and Denso are developing hydrogen production technology using solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOEC) and waste heat. Their project, starting with a 200 kW demonstration at a JERA power plant in 2025, aims to scale up and establish a green hydrogen supply chain. Denso’s advanced technology will enhance SOEC efficiency, while JERA’s initiative aligns with its goal of carbon neutrality by 2050. Recently, JERA also achieved a world-first 20% ammonia co-firing at a coal-fired plant.
JERA, Japan’s largest electricity producer, and automotive components manufacturer Denso Corp. are teaming up to develop a hydrogen production technology using solid oxide electrolysis cells (SOEC) and waste heat energy. This project aims to lower energy consumption and support global decarbonization efforts, reported Energy News.
The companies plan to demonstrate this technology at a JERA thermal power plant as early as fiscal year 2025.
The results from a 200 kW demonstration test will serve as the foundation for scaling up to several thousand kW by integrating multiple SOECs.
The goal of this collaboration is to quickly establish a global supply chain for green hydrogen and ammonia. Denso will apply its advanced automotive technology to the SOEC, known for its high stability and efficiency. Meanwhile, JERA is focused on building a hydrogen and ammonia supply chain to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, as part of its “JERA Zero CO2 Emissions 2050” initiative.
Recently, JERA completed a 20% ammonia co-firing test at its 1 GW coal-fired unit at the Hekinan thermal power plant, marking the world’s first ammonia co-firing at a large commercial coal-fired power plant.
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