Project description
A pathway to a low-carbon economy
Hydrogen technologies play a crucial role in the shift to a low-carbon economy. The recycling of end-of-life hydrogen technologies is key. In this context, the EU-funded BEST4Hy project will develop recycling solutions specifically for solid oxide fuel cell and proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cell technologies. The aim is to facilitate the maximum recycling of critical raw materials. The output of the recycling technologies creates opportunities for both closed-loop and open-loop recycling. The project brings together a consortium inclusive of fuel cells and hydrogen device manufacturers, a leading recycling centre already aware of the market opportunities for PEM recycling, leading research organisations and innovation support specialists.
Objective
BEST4Hy – SutainaBlE SoluTions FOR recycling of EoL Hydrogen Technologies has the main objective of bringing to TRL5 recycling technologies adapted or developed specifically for PEMFC and SOFC which would ensure the maximisation of recycling of critical raw materials including PGMs, rare earth elements, cobalt and nickel. The technologies are evaluated for cost efficiency and environmental impact to ensure the materials bring value to the European economy without harmful emissions or high energy costs. The output of the recycling technologies maximise opportunities for both closed loop and open loop recycling. More specifically, Pt and membrane materials are delivered back for manufacturing MEAS to be tested in full stacks, while both anode and catode materials from EoL SOFCs are treated for direct recycling into cells. The whole EoL device is considered, with technologies validated for open loop recycling and opportunities for recovery of other components of the cells/stacks explored. BEST4Hy involves a strong consortium inclusive of FCH devices manufacturers, a leading recycling centre already aware of the market opportunities for PEM recycling, leading research organisations and innovation support specialists to deliver a recycling strategy with wide buy in, accompanied by LCA and LCC full assessments, consideration on regulatory issues and a training program to support its take up.
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- engineering and technology environmental engineering waste management waste treatment processes recycling
- natural sciences chemical sciences inorganic chemistry transition metals
- engineering and technology environmental engineering mining and mineral processing
- engineering and technology environmental engineering energy and fuels renewable energy hydrogen energy
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Programme(s)
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H2020-EU.3.4. - SOCIETAL CHALLENGES - Smart, Green And Integrated Transport
MAIN PROGRAMME
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H2020-EU.3.3.8. - FCH2 (energy objectives)
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H2020-EU.3.4.6. - FCH2 (transport objectives)
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RIA - Research and Innovation action
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) H2020-JTI-FCH-2020-1
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10100 Torino
Italy
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