About HYScale

Objectives

Paving the way to a more sustainable Europe

HYScale is working towards a technological leap in hydrogen production. This initiative is helping to reshape the landscape with its advanced alkaline membrane water electrolysis (AMWE) technology, which offers promising advancements for its efficiency and sustainability. The HYScale method produces hydrogen at current densities far exceeding the industry standard, all without relying on critical raw materials or fluorinated components.

Marking a significant stride toward a greener future, HYScale’s technology is already meeting key performance indicators set for 2024, showcasing impressive advancements from the lab bench. This technology, developed from a series of EU-funded projects, is tailored for rapid and cost-effective upscaling.

Stack durability and stability

With a focus on environmental responsibility, HYScale is crafting a large-area stack, designed to have a 400 cm² active surface area and a powerful 100 kW nominal power. This stack is engineered to perform efficiently across a wide operational range, maintaining high durability and stability even at the ambitious current density of 2 A cm⁻² and at the modest operational temperature of 60 °C.

The project’s ambition crystalises with a targeted capital expenditure of only 400 € per kW, setting a new benchmark for affordability in the hydrogen industry. The integration of this stack into a functional electrolyser system, poised for validation in an industrially relevant setting at TRL5, represents a pivotal milestone. This achievement is expected to fast-track the transition from research to commercial viability, drastically reducing the time to market.

The HYScale project is more than just an industrial project; it highlights how innovation can support Europe’s transition to a more sustainable and economically viable energy future. With its groundbreaking approach to hydrogen production, HYScale is making a meaningful contribution to advancing clean energy solutions.

Our objectives

Improving Material Efficiency

Making the components of the HYScale electrolyser more efficient, durable, economical and environmentally sustainable for greener hydrogen production.

Large AEMWE Prototype

Creating a large electrolyser AEMWE stack (100 kW) integrated into a smart designed balance of plant (BoP) working under a wide range of conditions.

Ensuring Stability in Varied Conditions

Incorporating innovations into the HYScale electrolyser, robust management of energy supply fluctuations can be ensured when operated with or integrated into renewable sources.

Testing in Real-World Scenarios

Integrating a 100 kW system into a real-world setting to test its practicality and move it closer to being market-ready.

Demonstrating High Efficiency and Durability

Showing that HYScale system can work efficiently, using less electricity and maintaining its performance over time during real-world testing.

Lowering Initial Costs

Reducing the initial setup costs by using high-quality sustainable materials, simpler manufacturing techniques, and a new design.

Reducing Operating Costs

Enhancing operational efficiency, minimising energy wastage, and reducing the system’s water quality requirements thanks a smart design.