GM Plans to Expand Use of Fuel Cells
January 19 2022 - 3:03PM
Dow Jones News
By Michael Dabaie
General Motors Co. said its plans to broaden electrification,
expanding use of fuel cells.
GM unveiled new commercial applications of its Hydrotec fuel
cell technology. Hydrotec projects are being planned for use beyond
vehicles for power generation, the company said.
"Our vision of an all-electric future is broader than just
passenger vehicles or even transportation," said Charlie Freese, GM
executive director of the global Hydrotec business. "Our energy
platform expertise with Ultium vehicle architectures and propulsion
components and Hydrotec fuel cells can expand access to energy
across many different industries and users, while helping to reduce
emissions often associated with power generation."
GM said its planned Hydrotec-based power generators include a
mobile power generator to provide fast-charge capability for EVs
without installing permanent charge points and the Empower rapid
charger to help retail fuel stations add affordable DC fast
charging without expanding the grid.
GM said it also plans a palletized MPG to power military camps
and installations.
These fuel cell generators could ultimately replace gas- and
diesel-burning generators with fewer emissions at worksites,
buildings, movie sets, data centers, outdoor concerts and
festivals, the company said. They could also back up or temporarily
replace grid-sourced electricity for residential and small
commercial enterprises at times of power disruption, GM said.
Write to Michael Dabaie at michael.dabaie@wsj.com
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