H2ive
Green hydrogen production is cost-effective only intermittently, when surplus, low-cost renewable energy from solar and wind is available during peak generation periods. This variability creates a need for storage at production sites to ensure a steady supply, whether hydrogen is used as a feedstock or as a power source via fuel cells. However, traditional storage methods like compressed and cryogenic hydrogen have a Levelized Cost of Storage (LCOS) nearly as high as green hydrogen production costs.
H2ive addresses this challenge with metal hydride technology, offering a safer, more affordable solution for stationary hydrogen storage. By storing hydrogen at ambient pressure, H2ive's solution reduces risks and costs, making green hydrogen more practical and reliable for diverse applications. This approach is especially suited for decentralized energy storage, supporting backup power in data centers, microgrids, and industries currently reliant on diesel generators.
H2ive's team, with expertise in materials science, energy systems, and business strategy, is well-positioned to scale their technology and overcome technical and market challenges in the hydrogen sector.
Team Members
Subhechcha Paul (PhD, Materials Science); Suhani Mohan (MBA, GSB); Chaitanya Gulati (MS, Energy); PI: Prof. Stefan J Reichelstein (GSB)