“We’re working together on integrating hydrogen injected diesel engines and a range of products using cleaner, stage 5 diesel engine technology: electrical motors, gas engines, hybrid units and hydrogen fuel cell technology. Each product will have its own advantages. All assist in the reduction of harmful emissions in the future.”James Rix,
“The centre is uniquely structured in terms of collaborations between academic research, industry and policy makers. This unique synergy allows us to quickly test new technical concepts, commercialise products and develop skilled work force. This non-traditional academic career pathway is what attracted us to come and work here at the Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre.”Dr Laurie King,
We are the landmark £4.1m state-of-the-art laboratories, leading the way in harnessing renewable energy.
The Centre is exploring the pure science of the fuel cell itself, driving engagement with industry on a local, national and international scale, and developing the technology talent of tomorrow.
Hydrogen is the most common element, making up 75% of the mass of the entire universe.
This versatile fuel produces only electricity, water and heat when used. Hydrogen fuel can be generated in a carbon neutral way by using renewable power.
Fuel cells produce electricity through a chemical reaction without combustion.
This converts hydrogen and oxygen into water, generating electricity in the process. This electrochemical conversion, which takes place in electrolysers, produces water, electricity and heat.
Fuel cells are an efficient and clean solution for generating electricity for a variety of uses.
Replacing precious metals with nanomaterials leads to cheaper fuel cells.
Investigating using technologies like 3D printing to produce components.
Developing corrosion-proof coatings on bipolar plates for high and low power fuel cells to optimise performance.
Developing devices using hybrid technologies to respond to the global demand for renewable energy.
We are working with SMEs, providing them with access to facilities and expertise.
We are developing a hydrogen and fuel cell strategy for the region.
We are supporting Greater Manchester’s target of becoming carbon neutral by 2038.
We deliver outreach activities and are the lead partner in the Europe-wide education programme, HySchools.
We support the development of infrastructure needed for growth in hydrogen fuel cell technology.
Working with partners in China, India, Japan and the US and actively building more global partnerships.
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“There’s so much going on in the Centre, it’s a really exciting place to be. I work on anything from durable barrier coatings for aeronautical applications to catalytic thin films for renewable energy generation. All our projects share the common goal to build clean energy solutions for the future.”
Dr Justyna Kulczyk-Malecka
Post-Doctoral Research Associate