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Excited to share our latest publication in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy: "Catalytic Enhancement of Graphene Oxide by Trace Molybdenum Oxide Nanoparticles Doping: Optimized Electrocatalyst for Green Hydrogen Production." This study introduces a novel MoO3/rGO nanocomposite, showcasing exceptional catalytic activity and stability for both hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions. Dive into how we have advanced green hydrogen production with this cutting-edge research. #greenhydrogen #sustainableenergy #NanocompositeTechnology #electrocatalysis #renewableenergy https://lnkd.in/g_nqUXbs

A new electrode design developed in Los Alamos National Laboratory (US) showed promising PEMFC performance and durability, thanks to the improved oxygen and proton transport. The next step will be the study of possible methodologies to scale-up the manufacturing process. #fuelcell #hydrogen #pemfc #energystorage #energy

Development of a platinum nano catalyst. https://lnkd.in/ezuHNWBd #BullionPMI #Platinum #Palladium #Nickel #NanoCatalyst #HydrogenEvolution #HydrogenCells #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition

“Ecolectro demonstrates high cell efficiencies without using #Iridium or #Titanium ” “The New York-based Ecolectro, an emerging leader in #greenhydrogengeneration , has hit best in class performance milestones using their #AEM chemistry in #membrane based #electrolyzers , the company stated. Ecolectro has achieved peak production rates of >4A/cm2 at current densities of <2.1V and has achieved cell efficiencies of >74% with high hydrogen production rates.” “The Company’s current density sets a benchmark within the AEM industry and matches the best cell efficiencies of most #PEM #electrolysistechnologies .” “With this technical breakthrough, Ecolectro-powered electrolyzers can provide #greenhydrogen at significantly lower costs. Ultimately, the company anticipates achieving further improvements with a target efficiency of an industry leading 80% or more.” Photo of Ecolectro Describe more in press release https://shorturl.at/gNR37 https://lnkd.in/eh96vCji Source- original post Read all my posts #MariusPreston

Researchers from Korea and the U.S. have developed a novel mesoporous tantalum oxide (Ta2O5)-supported iridium (Ir) nanostructure #catalyst via a modified formic acid reduction method that achieves efficient PEM water #electrolysis. #hydrogen

Development of a platinum nano catalyst. https://lnkd.in/gmytr88i #BullionPMI #Platinum #Palladium #Nickel #NanoCatalyst #HydrogenEvolution #HydrogenCells #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition

Hydrogen's Breakthrough in PEM Electrolyzer Technology: Now Iridium may not be required. Smoltek Nanotech Holding's subsidiary, Smoltek Hydrogen, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the development of PEM electrolyzer cells. Their newly developed material, featuring a corrosion-protected carbon nanostructure, has demonstrated exceptional performance during a rigorous 1000-hour test. Producing hydrogen at a current density of 2 A/cm2, the company utilized only 0.2 mg iridium/cm2 without any degradation to the nanostructure. This innovative technology marks a significant leap forward in reducing the reliance on iridium as a catalyst in hydrogen production. Earlier tests in spring 2023 showcased an 80% reduction in iridium usage compared to conventional materials. With ambitions to further decrease iridium to 0.1 mg/cm2, Smoltek Hydrogen's efforts align with the industry's aim to upscale fossil-free hydrogen production. Iridium, a scarce and costly precious metal, poses challenges to scalability due to its limited supply and rising prices. Smoltek Hydrogen's approach involves a vertical nanofiber-based material for the anode porous transport layer, integrating sintered porous titanium, nanofibers, platinum corrosion protection, and iridium catalyst. This material, forming a crucial layer in electrolyzer cells, holds promise for revolutionizing hydrogen production on a larger scale. As the company advances towards commercialization, their breakthroughs herald a greener future for hydrogen technology. https://lnkd.in/dC6imFfG

IDTechEx release new market research report: Materials for PEM Fuel Cells 2024-2034: Technologies, Markets, Players Materials market for PEM fuel cells is set to exceed US$8 billion by 2034. Materials demand for proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells is set to grow in line with an expanding fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) market, alongside fuel cell ships and trains. This IDTechEx report contains market forecasts, benchmarking studies, player analysis, technology trends and latest developments for components in PEM fuel cells, including bipolar plates (BPP), gas diffusion layers (GDL), catalyst coated membrane (CCM), membrane electrode assemblies (MEA), ionomers, and platinum catalysts. Find out more, including downloadable sample pages - www.IDTechEx.com/MPEMFC or contact us at Research@IDTechEx.com Authors: Dr Conor O'Brien, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Chingis Idrissov, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Dr James Edmondson, Research Director at IDTechEx #BipolarPlate #GasDiffusionLayer #ProtonExchangeMembrane #Ionomer #MembraneElectrodeAssembly #CatalystCoatedMembrane #PEM #FCEV

Deposition of Pt #nanoparticle #anode #electrodes #PEM #fuelcell #hydrogenfuelcell #membrane #catalysis https://lnkd.in/gVxCu6Nd