PEM fuel cell development for a deregulated marketplace
- Ballard Power Systems Inc., Burnaby, British Columbia (Canada)
This paper discusses Ballard`s recent advances in the development of PEM (proton exchange membrane) fuel cell stationary power plants. It also covers Ballard`s commercialization plan and its current status, providing a unique insight into the electric generation market, and considering the role that fuel cells will play in a deregulated electric utility market. Ballard has received significant recognition in the application of PEM fuel cells for transportation applications. This paper discusses the synergy between the development of PEM fuel cells for automotive applications and Ballard`s stationary power plant development. Recent advances at the fuel cell stack and system level are discussed as they relate to Ballard`s stationary product development. This paper also considers the problems and opportunities that will result from the massive industry change being brought on through utility deregulation and restructuring. This market change creates a significant opportunity for fuel cells as on-site generation solutions. A review of these problems and opportunities provide insight into appropriate fuel cell applications for a deregulated utility market. These applications are discussed in context with current market conditions and consumer behavior. Finally, this paper discusses Ballard`s strategy to develop these applications through the company`s recent collaboration with strategic utility partners.
- OSTI ID:
- 560503
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-961232--
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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