Nel Hydrogen Enhances Manufacturing Facility for Clean Energy Production in Wallingford
Key Ideas
  • Nel Hydrogen in Wallingford, Connecticut, completed a $30 million upgrade to its electrolyzer manufacturing facility, increasing automation and efficiency.
  • The company aims to improve cost-effectiveness in hydrogen production, move away from government subsidies, and contribute to the future of clean energy.
  • The upgraded facility led to the creation of new jobs and received a $4.9 million federal grant from the U.S. Department of Energy to reduce clean hydrogen production costs.
  • Nel's focus on automation, job upskilling, and global competitiveness positions Connecticut as a hub for clean and renewable energy production.
Nel Hydrogen, located in Wallingford, Connecticut, recently completed a significant upgrade to its electrolyzer manufacturing facility, enhancing automation and productivity. The company's Chief Executive Officer, Hakon Volldall, highlighted the goal of increasing efficiency and reducing costs in hydrogen production to eventually eliminate the need for government subsidies. The upgraded facility, celebrated with a grand reopening event attended by U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal, has allowed Nel to produce more electrolyzers at a lower cost. The clean hydrogen produced by Nel's electrolyzers can be utilized in various applications, including powering machines, vehicles, and electricity generation. By securing a federal grant and adding new employees, Nel is contributing to job creation and cost reduction in clean hydrogen production. The company's focus on automation and upskilling of employees is seen as essential for global competitiveness and further establishing Connecticut as a hub for renewable energy production. With Nel's advancements in manufacturing clean energy systems, the company is playing a significant role in shaping America's energy future and reducing emissions.
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