Fuel cells are increasing the range and efficiency of drones, cars, planes and manual handling equipment. With hydrogen in tow, they are paving the way for zero-emission technology in those hard-to-abate sectors. But what sits at the heart of this technology? What are fuel cells made of and how do they support these applications? What is a hydrogen fuel cell stack and how does it work? The function of a hydrogen powered fuel cell is to convert chemical energy to electrical energy through an electrochemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen, with the only by-products of such a reaction bein ..read more

British company’s fuel cell developed as a commercially-viable, turnkey solution At 157kW, the fuel cell stack is more powerful than similar passenger car alternatives 30% smaller heat exchanger creates packaging benefits for car manufacturers First engine-shaped fuel cell system developed in UK for passenger car market Car powered by fuel cell breaks cover at Intelligent Energy’s headquarters Technology rollout can boost industry, create jobs, and position UK as fuel cell leader Loughborough, UK: Intelligent Energy (IE), the UK’s leading fuel cell developer and manufacturer, has unveiled a ..read more

With a target of reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 within the aircraft industry, are hydrogen fuel cells a viable alternative power source to make zero emission aircraft possible? We explore zero emission aircraft targets and the role that hydrogen fuel cells have in facilitating the move to ‘Jet-Zero’. Zero emission aircraft targets Did you know, £113 million is currently being invested into hydrogen and all-electric flight technologies by the UK government and industry? This was announced in February 2023, with the aim of making guilt-free flight possible, and also to support green ..read more

Rescale’s high-performance computing (HPC) platform is being used to enhance the efficiency of Intelligent Energy’s next-generation fuel cell stack Collaboration supports the journey towards a hydrogen-powered future across transportation, heavy industry, power plants and data centres Using Rescale’s technology, Intelligent Energy is advancing the creation of solutions that contribute to cleaner air, healthier communities, and a more sustainable planet Loughborough, UK – 18th January, 2024 – Intelligent Energy Limited, a pioneer in fuel cell technology development and manufacture, today ann ..read more

Hydrogen power systems for the construction industry are suitable for a range of applications, including powered access, welfare cabins, lighting towers, and standby power. For these zero-emission systems to be viable within this sector, they need to be robust, efficient and deliver at least as much productivity as their diesel counterparts. So, what do you need to know about hydrogen fuel cell power for the construction industry in 2024? Hydrogen power systems and net zero targets Net Zero targets have been put in place by governments and organisations around the world to reduce greenhouse g ..read more

Rescale’s high-performance computing (HPC) platform is being used to enhance the efficiency of Intelligent Energy’s next-generation fuel cell stack Collaboration supports the journey towards a hydrogen-powered future across transportation, heavy industry, power plants and data centres Using Rescale’s technology, Intelligent Energy is advancing the creation of solutions that contribute to cleaner air, healthier communities, and a more sustainable planet Loughborough, UK – 18th January, 2024 – Intelligent Energy Limited, a pioneer in fuel cell technology development and manufacture, today ann ..read more

Hydrogen fuel cells are a clean way of generating power in remote, emergency, or demanding conditions such as nano and micro-grids. But how reliable is hydrogen when compared to traditional fuels or other renewable off-grid power solutions? Why fuel cells for off-grid? Off-grid power generation is key in areas that cannot rely on the grid to maintain operations. A solution to supporting power in these areas is using hydrogen fuel cells to generate power without being attached to a mains source. Fuel cells can also work as a hybrid system by working in conjunction with storage batteries and el ..read more

Loughborough – 26th October 2023 – David Woolhouse celebrates his fifth anniversary as Chief Executive Officer at Intelligent Energy. Emily Foster, from the marketing team at Intelligent Energy (IE), took some time this week to catch up with David to reflect on IE launching their 10th product over his first five years as CEO. Read his interview below. David: Shall I ask the first question?! You’ve been at IE now for 2 ½ years, straight from university, and doing a terrific job in charge of marketing, what is it you’ve learnt and enjoyed most? Emily: It has been a real pleasure managing t ..read more

Fuel cells have become a popular power alternative for many commercial UAV operators who previously opted for battery power due to a wide range of benefits including: – Longer flight time – Improved redundancy – Quicker refuelling compared to battery charging times – Better environmental credentials Intelligent Energy’s IE-SOAR™ fuel cell modules are significantly quieter, lower maintenance, and have lower vibration than IC engines. What problems do commercial UAV operators typically face with their drones? Commercial UAV operators, such as those working in the inspection, mapping, and c ..read more

Driven by greenhouse gas reduction policies and emission legislations, with EU and US mandating zero carbon passengers vehicles by 2035, the automotive industry is in the middle of a rapid transformation towards electrification (find the EU’s policy on EU CO₂ emission performance standards for cars and vans). Hydrogen fuel cells are an alternative power source to internal combustion engines and battery electric, both of which have their drawbacks including emissions or grid dependence. But how viable are automotive fuel cells, and what role do they play in the future of vehicle sustainability ..read more