Oproda

The scientific backdrop of the Oproda project centers on the pivotal role of green hydrogen in facilitating the transition towards sustainable energy and decarbonizing the energy system, particularly in heavy industrial sectors such as steel and cement production. These sectors are significant contributors to climate change, and green hydrogen offers a pathway to drastically reduce their carbon footprint by serving both as a carbon-neutral energy carrier and as a fundamental raw material in various production processes. Solid oxide cell (SOC) technology, recognized for its high efficiency in both electricity generation and hydrogen production, stands at the forefront of this transformation. Its unique capability to operate in dual modes—fuel cell mode for power generation and electrolyser mode for hydrogen production—combined with the use of abundant materials, positions SOC as a highly promising solution for sustainable, large-scale hydrogen production. The project aims to address the challenges and optimize the performance of SOC systems, paving the way for broader commercialization and integration into the global effort to mitigate climate change.