Honda Debuts New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Module
Applications Include Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles, Commercial Fuel Cell Vehicles, Stationary Power Stations, Construction Machinery
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Fresh from its global debut at the International Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Expo in Japan, Honda’s new fuel cell module is scheduled to make its first appearance in North America at the Advanced Clean Transportation Expo starting April 28. Set to enter production in 2027, Honda said the new module will reduce production cost by half while doubling durability and tripling volumetric power density, as compared to the Honda fuel cell module currently in use.
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Honda continues to seek new business collaborations as the company expands its hydrogen business to achieve its global goal of zero environmental impact, including carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities by 2050.
“Honda hydrogen is open for business in North America with the fuel cell technology, the expertise and the supply chain to power a variety of zero-emissions products, including commercial trucking and stationary power generation,” said David Perzynski, assistant manager of hydrogen solutions development at American Honda Motor Co., Inc. “Our production plan for the next generation Honda fuel cell module demonstrates our continued commitment to support hydrogen as an enabler for decarbonization.”
Honda has identified four core domains for the initial utilization of its new fuel cell module: fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), commercial fuel cell vehicles, stationary power stations and construction machinery.
Through its “Triple Action to Zero” approach, Honda aims to achieve carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities; utilize 100% carbon-free energy; and pursue resource circulation, the use of 100% sustainable materials by reprocessing products back to raw materials and reusing those materials in the creation of new products. Toward this goal, Honda will strive to make battery-electric and fuel cell-electric vehicles represent 100% of auto sales globally by 2040.
To reduce the environmental impact of its business operations, Honda is offsetting carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from its North American manufacturing operations through long-term virtual power purchase agreements for carbon-free wind and solar power that seek to cover more than 60% of the electricity Honda uses in North America. Honda also supports its suppliers and independent dealerships across North America to incorporate environmentally responsible business practices through the Honda Green Excellence Program and Honda Environmental Leadership Program, respectively.
