On March 6, 2024, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the development of a stationary fuel cell system that generates electricity using hydrogen extracted from bioethanol and commenced trial operations at its Tochigi plant (Kaminokawa-machi, Tochigi Prefecture). The bioethanol used will be secured through collaboration with the startup company BiNEX.
In pursuit of achieving carbon neutrality in its production areas, Nissan plans to cover the power used in its factories through renewable energy and alternative energy generation. Bioethanol and fuel cell systems are positioned as crucial sources, expected to contribute to 30% of the electricity used in factories in the future. The deployment of fuel cell systems is not limited to the Tochigi plant but will expand globally.
Moving forward, Nissan aims to increase output by switching fuel cell cells to metal-supported cells and increasing the number of cells, targeting an output of over 20 kW by 2030. Simultaneously, the electrification of facilities within the factories will be advanced. In addition to reducing CO2 emissions, Nissan also aims to reduce energy costs compared to purchasing electricity from the grid.
Source: Monoist
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