An integrated approach to hydrogen economy in Sicilian islands |
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Authors: | Fabio V. Matera C. SapienzaL. Andaloro G. DispensaM. Ferraro V. Antonucci |
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Affiliation: | Italian National Research Council, Institute of Advanced Energy Technologies “Nicola Giordano”, salita S. Lucia sopra Contesse, 5, Messina 98126, Italy |
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Abstract: | CNR–ITAE is developing several hydrogen and fuel cell demonstration and research projects, each intended to be part of a larger strategy for hydrogen communities settling in small Sicilian islands. These projects involve vehicle design, hydrogen production from renewable energy sources and methane, as well as implementation strategies to develop a hydrogen and renewable energy economy. These zero emission lightweight vehicles feature regenerative braking and advanced power electronics to increase efficiency. Moreover, to achieve a very easy-to-use technology, a very simple interface between driver and the system is under development, including fault-recovery strategies and GPS positioning for car-rental fleets. Also marine applications have been included, with tests on PEFC applied on passenger ships and luxury yacht as power system for on-board loads. In marine application, it is under study also an electrolysis hydrogen generator system using seawater as hydrogen carrier. For stationary and automotive applications, the project includes a hydrogen refuelling station powered by renewable energy (wind or/and solar) and test on fuel processors fed with methane, in order to make the power generation self-sufficient, as well as to test the technology and increase public awareness toward clean energy sources. |
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Keywords: | PEFC Hybrid Ships Island Communities Renewable Hydrogen Fuel cell Electric vehicle |
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