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Power Generation at home to Reduce CO₂ Emissions
Fuel cells are drawing attention because of their high energy efficiency and minimal CO2 emissions. The Japanese government's demonstration test is in its final phase in the run-up to commercialization from FY2009. Of the 2,200 units installed for the demonstration test, 550 units were delivered by Toshiba Group.
The home-use fuel cell generates electric power through electrochemical reaction between hydrogen, derived from city gas or liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, and oxygen in the air. Heat generated by the reaction can be used for hot water supply. Energy efficiency is high and there is no power transmission loss because energy is generated on-site at the point of use. Introduction of a 700W fuel cell for a household with four people will reduce CO2 emissions by 30% or 1 ton per year.
Energy Approach
- 01 Best Energy Mix for Stability of Energy Supply and Climate Change Mitigation
- 02 Enhanced Efficiency of Nuclear Power Generation
- 03 Power Generation at home to Reduce CO2 Emissions
- 04 Application field of Rechargeable batteries poised for dramatic expansion
