Fiery rockets slowly lifting off the launch pad might be what people initially think of when considering what powered the first trips to the moon. But fuel cells also played a pivotal role as the primary source of electricity for the Apollo Command Module. Granted, they will not be found orbiting the moon these days, but they’re currently used in a wide range of applications here on Earth.
Although the creation of hydrogen generates carbon dioxide, the pollution is produced at a single point, making it easier to trap. For this reason, and the fact that fuel cells primarily generate electricity, water, and heat as byproducts, environmental advocates tout them as a cleaner-energy solution. But they are not the only ones excited about the prospects of this technology. Here are five reasons for the enthusiasm.
Ceres Power (LON:CWR) is a fuel cell technology and engineering company whose aim is to bring cleaner and cheaper energy to businesses, homes and vehicles. We are working with world-leading partners to embed our SteelCell®technology in mass-market energy products for the commercial, residential and transportation markets.
