Tecnalia leads project to develop advanced micro-CHP system

The European ReforCELL project is developing a highly efficient micro combined heat and power (micro-CHP) system using a new, more efficient, and cheaper multi-fuel membrane reformer for pure hydrogen production. This will intensify the process of hydrogen production through the integration of reforming and purification into a single unit. A micro-CHP system provides all the energy needs for a home: heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and electricity. The electricity generated using natural gas can often be sold to the grid. Process intensification is expected to be the next revolution in the chemical industry, leading to substantially stronger, cleaner, safer, smaller and more efficient technologies. The European Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking is providing 50% of the funding for the €5.5 million ReforCELL project.