Energy Lancaster to help research new generation of fuel cells

Engineers from Lancaster University are working in collaboration with a cutting edge clean-tech company that has developed a new generation of fuel cells that could revolutionise energy supply to homes and businesses.

Ceres Power’s fuel cell technology has the potential to transform gas to electricity and heat at the point of use for homes and businesses.

Following funding of £230,000 from the Technology Strategy Board (TSB), Energy Lancaster scientists and engineers will help improve Ceres Power’s understanding of the materials used to manufacture its steel cells. As Ceres commercialises its technology for a variety of market applications this enhanced understanding will help to inform next-generation designs.

“This technology has significant potential to change the way power is distributed, bringing greater efficiency to fuel use, which has obvious environmental benefits, but also helping to reduce bills for homes and businesses.”