Fuel cells convert chemical energy directly to electric power and heat. In a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cell (PEMFC) operated with hydrogen and oxygen, water is the only waste product. 

H₂ + ½O₂   H₂O + POWER + HEAT

Fuel cells have the potential to replace most of today’s polluting energy converters. Their modular nature makes them suitable for small sensors in the mW range as well as in large power plants with a capacity of several MW. Fuel cell technology can reduce global pollution considerably.

Portable electronics, Fraunhofer ISE

Automobile applications, FORD 

Stationary power plants, Siemens-Westinghouse

If the hydrogen is produced by electrolysis of water with electricity from e.g. hydro-electric or solar sources, fuel cells can complete a sustainable energy chain with pollution free power. Fuel cells and hydrogen will play an important role in the future supply and distribution of energy.

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