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High-temperature Fuel Cells for Decentralized Power Generation: Recent Innovations, Developments, and Growth Opportunities
High-temperature Fuel Cells for Decentralized Power Generation: Recent Innovations, Developments, and Growth Opportunities
Analyzing the techno-economic advantages of implementing HTFC technologies for a low-carbon future
30-Jun-2024
Global
Technology Research
Description
The increasing demand for decentralized power generation, supportive government policies, and the progress of the hydrogen economy will drive the growth of the high-temperature fuel cells (HTFC) industry for decentralized power generation. The focus on energy independence and security across the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors for reliable and clean power generation has increased the role of HTFC technologies as a primary and backup power device.
HTFCs operating at temperatures above 500°C are less prone to carbon monoxide poisoning and utilize non-precious metals, offering fuel flexibility and internal reforming capabilities. Solid-oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology dominates the HTFC technologies landscape, followed by molten-carbonate fuel cell (MCFC) technology. Globally, manufacturers are focusing on improving durability and lifespan and reducing the cost of HTFC systems for combined heat and power (CHP) generation applications.
The United States, South Korea, and Japan are leaders in the development and deployment of HTFCs for CHP generation and baseload power generation applications, followed by the European Union, which is demonstrating growing interest and implementing strategic initiatives.
This Frost & Sullivan study covers the following topics:
It offers a technology overview of SOFC and MCFC technologies.
It provides a comparative analysis of low-temperature and high-temperature fuel cell technologies and discusses the technological performance of HTFC-based micro-CHP units.
The study also evaluates key growth opportunities, growth drivers and restraints, important innovators in the industry, and the patent landscape.
Table of Contents
Why Is It Increasingly Difficult to Grow?
The Strategic Imperative 8™
The Impact of the Top 3 Strategic Imperatives on High-temperature Fuel Cells for Decentralized Power Generation
Growth Opportunities Fuel the Growth Pipeline Engine™
Research Methodology
Scope of Analysis
Segmentation
Growth Drivers
Growth Restraints
Hydrogen Economy Value Chain
HTFCs’ Role in Decentralized Power Generation
SOFCs’ Working Mechanism
MCFCs’ Working Mechanism
LTFC and HTFC Technologies: A Comparative Analysis
HTFCs: Cost Analysis
HTFC-based Micro-CHP Units: Technical Performance
Global Initiatives Driving HTFC Deployment
Case Study: Electricity and Heat for the Hermann-Josef-Krankenhaus (HJK) Hospital in Erkelenz, Germany
Case Study: Electricity and Heat for the Hermann-Josef-Krankenhaus (HJK) Hospital in Erkelenz, Germany (continued)
The United States Leads the HTFC Patent Landscape
Key HTFC Participants
Key HTFC Participants (continued)
Key HTFC Participants (continued)
HTFC Participants to Watch
HTFC Participants to Watch (continued)
Emerging HTFC Participants
Growth Opportunity 1: Hybrid Microgrids Offer Energy Security for a Wide Range of Industries
Growth Opportunity 1: Hybrid Microgrids Offer Energy Security for a Wide Range of Industries (continued)
Growth Opportunity 2: High-temperature Fuel Cells' Strong Potential for Carbon Capture
Growth Opportunity 2: High-temperature Fuel Cells' Strong Potential for Carbon Capture (continued)
Growth Opportunity 3: Diverse Business Models Make the HTFC Industry Attractive
Growth Opportunity 3: Diverse Business Models Make the HTFC Industry Attractive (continued)
Technology Readiness Levels (TRL): Explanation
Benefits and Impacts of Growth Opportunities
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| Deliverable Type | Technology Research |
|---|---|
| Author | Raj Chawla |
| Industries | Energy |
| No Index | No |
| Is Prebook | No |
| Podcast | No |
| WIP Number | DAF2-01-00-00-00 |