DEUTZ has officially launched its first hydrogen combustion engine power generators in Beijing, marking a significant step in the advancement of clean energy technology. The event also featured the signing of a joint venture agreement between DEUTZ and the Zhongguancun Summit Enviro-Protection State Innovation Zone (ZGC), aimed at enhancing the deployment of hydrogen-powered generators (H2 gensets) across China. Notable attendees included DEUTZ CEO Dr. Sebastian C. Schulte, Cologne’s Lord Mayor Henriette Reker, and Beijing’s Vice Mayor Jin Wei.
Dr. Schulte highlighted the significance of this milestone, stating, “The commissioning of the first of approximately 100 hydrogen-powered generators for China showcases the immense potential of integrating hydrogen with combustion engines. It’s crucial for Germany to not abandon this technology; instead, we should continue its climate-friendly development, utilizing it where it presents advantages over electric drives and fuel cells.”
DEUTZ is a pioneer among engine manufacturers, having commenced series production of hydrogen combustion engines. This initiative involves supplying 100 hydrogen-powered generators, built on the TCG 7.8 H2 engine platform, to the ZGC—often referred to as the “Silicon Valley of China” due to its technological innovations.
These H2 gensets will be strategically deployed near coking plants, which currently burn off waste gases. Notably, about 25% of these gases are hydrogen, which will now be captured and converted into electricity on-site with DEUTZ’s generators, significantly reducing carbon emissions. Each generator has the potential to save up to 800 tons of CO2 annually, even when utilizing grey hydrogen as a by-product. Furthermore, these engines can transition to operate on green hydrogen in the future, achieving climate neutrality.
The hydrogen engine leverages traditional combustion technology, substituting fossil fuels with hydrogen, resulting in the production of water vapor (H2O) instead of CO2. Additionally, the generators offer flexible scalability for local applications.
DEUTZ is increasingly focusing on the genset market, regardless of the fuel source. Following the acquisition of US-based Blue Star Power Systems, the company aims to capitalize on the growing demand for decentralized energy solutions, where power generators play a critical role. This acquisition is projected to yield over $100 million to $150 million in additional annual revenue in the medium term. DEUTZ anticipates that its revenue from the energy sector will reach approximately €500 million by 2030 through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
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