In a world increasingly conscious of its environmental footprint, the quest for sustainable and efficient energy solutions has never been more urgent.
The demand for hydrogen production from middle-market industrial users is rapidly increasing. Industries are actively working to reduce their carbon footprint by optimizing energy efficiency and exploring suitable and sustainable power sources. Many of these middle-market industries find it beneficial to produce hydrogen locally, which helps minimize storage and transportation costs.
The Hydrogen Electrolysis Process
Electrolysis is a simple method for producing hydrogen with minimal environmental impact, achieved by utilizing renewable energy sources. In water electrolysis, water (H₂O) is split into its two chemical constituents: hydrogen (H₂) and oxygen (O₂). This separation occurs through the application of stable and clean direct DC electrical power. To ensure a fully sustainable production cycle, the necessary energy should be supplied by renewable sources such as photovoltaic (PV) panels or wind turbines, supported by an efficient and clean alternating AC/DC rectifier.
Once produced, hydrogen can be stored and transported to be used in a growing number of applications: as an energy carrier, such as in power, steel and transportation companies, or as a reactant such as in heavy industries (chemical, oil refining, metallurgic).
Electrolysis DC Rectifiers
Borri advanced and reliable IGBT scalable AC/DC rectifier systems are grid-friendly, providing efficient DC power for hydrogen electrolysis. With the increasing need to reduce carbon footprint and energy costs, modern electrolysers can now be powered by DC electricity from renewable sources like PV or wind power, which, when combined with the high-efficiency Borri rectifiers, can significantly improve the system’s overall performance.
With their innovative design and robust construction, Borri AC/DC rectifiers are a valuable asset for industries seeking to reduce their carbon footprint and invest in sustainable energy solutions.
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