Honda on the move with new CRV FCEV; plans to halve fuel cell costs by 2030 and promote hydrogen fuel cells with General Motors.
Here’s an article posted in PV Magazine.
According to the article,
- Cost Halving Goal: Honda aims to cut fuel cell system costs by 50% by 2030.
- Hydrogen Production Efficiency: Focus on enhancing the efficiency of hydrogen production processes.
- Sustainable Vision: Honda emphasizes the importance of hydrogen in achieving a sustainable future.
- Collaboration Strategy: Honda plans to collaborate with other automakers to accelerate hydrogen adoption.
Honda is planning to achieve significant technical improvements to halve its fuel cell system costs by 2030. The company has identified several key areas where it will focus its research and development efforts to achieve this goal. These include:
- Advanced Materials: Honda is exploring the use of advanced materials for electrodes, such as new carbon-based materials, to reduce the cost of fuel cell production.
- Improved Cell Sealing: The company is working on improving the cell sealing structure to reduce the risk of leaks and increase the durability of the fuel cell system.
- Simplified Balance of Plant (BoP): Honda is simplifying the supporting equipment (BoP) to reduce the overall cost of the fuel cell system. This includes reducing the number of components and improving manufacturing efficiency.
- Durability Enhancements: The company is enhancing the durability of the fuel cell system by applying corrosion-resistant materials and controlling the suppression of deterioration. This will help to reduce the maintenance costs and extend the lifespan of the system.
- Low-Temperature Resistance: Honda is improving the low-temperature resistance of the fuel cell system to ensure it can operate effectively in a wider range of temperatures.
These technical improvements will enable Honda to reduce the cost of its fuel cell systems by one-third compared to the current generation, making them more competitive with diesel engines by 2030.
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