The collaboration aims to demonstrate the technical feasibility and customer benefits of hydrogen-powered fuel cell solutions. Vertiv has integrated Ballard fuel cell power modules with its Vertiv Liebert EXL S1 uninterruptible power system (UPS), successfully showcasing a proof of concept (POC) at Vertiv’s facility in Ohio. Initial validations and tests have demonstrated successful operation of zero GHG emission backup power integrated into an uninterruptible power architecture. Vice president of Vertiv infrastructure solutions, Viktor Petik, says “The unprecedented adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) are driving a need for eco-friendly power solutions for our customers, with a focus on zero-carbon and low-carbon energy alternatives. The successful fuel cell proof-of-concept with Ballard provides a viable option for customers strengthening their data centre sustainability strategy, and those moving to a future-ready Bring Your Own Power (BYOP) model.”Power Module H2

Source: The North Africa Journal June 20, 2024 09:05 UTC