PV-driven hybrid hydrogen fuel cell system for building applications
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- May 2, 2024
- 1 min read
Researchers at Toronto Metropolitan University have developed a hybrid solar-hydrogen energy system for a laboratory in Toronto, Canada, integrating hydrogen fuel cells with rooftop photovoltaic (PV) generation for seasonal energy storage in buildings. The system incorporates an alkaline electrolyzer, compressors, hydrogen storage, and a fuel cell system monitored by a control unit to manage power distribution based on building demand. They used TRNSYS software and response surface method for simulation, finding reduced grid dependency in summer due to high PV generation and the necessity for hydrogen storage as a winter energy reserve. The research, aiming to enhance sustainable building energy management, noted potential comparisons with battery storage systems for future studies.
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