Project
Clean energy hydrogen-powered remote area power systems (RAPS) or Australia’s off-grid communities
Client
Our client produces stationary and mobile energy systems that can produce Hydrogen
from various feedstocks, including water, biomass and solar energy. The systems have a wide application.
Objective
Compare the techonomics of replacing diesel powered gensets in remote areas and communities of Australia with hybrid solar/electrolyser/hydrogen systems. Identify and engage with Australia’s leading energy utility companies to evaluate specific applications and technology distribution partnerships.
Outcome
The key findings determined that while diesel is currently less expensive that hydrogen, hybrid solar/electrolyser/hydrogen systems are warranted. The key reasons included the Australian government’s commitment to net-zero, which means that remote communities must reduce their carbon footprint and source alternative systems. Another key output included confirmation that Australia’s power utilities supplying diesel energy systems to off-grid and fringe-of-grid communities are potential distributors of the hydrogen powered RAPS.